A Passion for Whisky

Selected by Forbes as one of their " Whisky Books That Whisky Lovers Will Actually Read"

An essential, beautifully written companion to some of the most popular, peaty Scotch whiskies available, from Ardbeg to Laphroaig.

“ Ian Wisniewski is one of our foremost drinks writers. At once affectionate, knowledgeable and entertaining, this engaging book is essential reading for any fans of Islay whisky. ”   - Charles MacLean

" If there was one whiskey book to read on a crisp evening with your dram of choice and a small fire providing modest warmth, this is most certainly a worthy choice. Delightful from cover to cover and an excellent gift for the whisky lover in your life who enjoys a good book. "   Drinkhacker

The Scottish island of Islay produces some of the world' s most revered malt whiskies, and is described by the  New York Times  as the equivalent of Bordeaux for wine lovers. In  A Passion for Whisky  Ian Wisniewski explores the unique combination of tradition, innovation, climate and location, which create such superlative examples of Scotch whisky.
 
Individual profiles of Islay' s 13 distilleries include tasting notes for selected malts that illustrate the incredible range of peated styles produced, together with a section on tasting techniques, making this an indispensable guide for Scotch whisky lovers.

" A must-read for anyone who has fallen in love with single malt Scotch whisky, and the perfect postcard for this peaty spirit from the most magical of Scottish islands. "   Club Oenologique