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Wood, Whiskey and Wine: A History of Barrels; Henry H. WorkA unique and enlightening account of the significant, but rarely acknowledged, function of wooden barrels over the past two millennia.
Barrels—we rarely acknowledge their importance, but without them we would be missing out on…€ 14,95New !
Whisky: The Manual: How to Enjoy Whisky in All Its Forms; Dave BroomThis highly accessible and enjoyable guide is full of practical and fascinating information about how to enjoy whisky.
All whisky styles are covered, including (just whisper it) blends. Along the way a good few myths are…€ 19,95New !
Independent Scotch, The History of Independent Bottlers: David Stirk“Independent Scotch - The History of Independent Bottlers” by David Stirk charts the demise of the small blending and brokering firms from the 1940s through to the 80s and then the rise of the Independent Bottler from the late…
€ 29,95New !
Malt Whisky Yearbook 2024: Ingvar RondeAvailable Now
Whisky enthusiasts all over the world look forward to the Malt Whisky Yearbook every autumn. The latest edition – revised and fully updated with new exciting articles.
And as always fully revised and packed with…€ 17,95New !
Spirit of Spirits, a photographic journey into Scotland’s whisky; J. Miguel FerreiraJoin a photographic road trip through all of Scotland’s whisky regions, including the western Isles
Embark on a musical eighteen-month voyage through Scotland’s breathtaking landscapes with J. Miguel Ferreira as your guide,…€ 74,95New !
Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2024: Jim MurrayWhisky Bible 2024 is available!
This the most comprehensive and thoroughly researched guide to the world’s whiskies ever produced. Honest, forthright and proudly independent, Jim Murray has, for this 20th anniversary edition,…€ 19,95
Bourbon Land: A Spirited Love Letter to My Old Kentucky Whiskey - with 50 recipes; Edward LeeApril, 2024 !In his highly anticipated follow-up to the James Beard Award-winning Buttermilk Graffiti, Edward Lee examines his favorite libation—bourbon—with recipes, essays, history, profiles, distillery tours, and…
€ 29,95New !
Scotch: The Stories Behind Scotland's Iconic Spirit Hardcover: Stuart Husband (Author), Horst Friedrichs (Photographer)As satisfying as a tumbler of single malt on a rainy afternoon, this spectacular tour across the Scottish landscape shows how the country’s premier whisky-makers are creating exquisite beverages using new models of responsible…
€ 39,95
JAPANESE WHISKY YEARBOOK 2023: Mamoru Tsuchiya, Liam McNulty (translater)A must-have for whiskey fans, bartenders, liquor industry professionals, and journalists the ultimate guidebook to Japanese whiskey distilleries compiled into one definitive volume!
Japanese Whiskey Yearbook 2023
Editor and Japan…€ 28,95-9%
The Whisky Game boardgame - extended version -The Whisky Game, an educational fun board game for whisky lovers from all around the world.
The Whisky Game is an educational fun board game not only for whisky connoisseurs. Each player becomes one of the legendary characters in…€ 137,00 € 125,00
The Lost History of Tennessee Whiskey: Drew HannushImmerse Yourself in 250 Years of Distilleries, Taverns, Teetotallers, and 'Shiners!
Think Jack and George are the complete story of Tennessee whiskey? Think again. For far too long, the real history and legacy of Tennessee whiskey…€ 29,95
Whiskey Lore's Travel Guide to Experiencing Kentucky Bourbon : Drew HannushReady for a Kentucky bourbon adventure?
Whiskey Lore's Travel Guide to Experiencing Kentucky Bourbon is packed with everything you need to easily plan and prepare an incredible bourbon journey.
Learn. Find out what bourbon is,…€ 24,95
Emmanuel Dron: Collecting Scotch WhiskyBack in Stock !
884 pages, size 35 x 28 cm. - almost 7 Kg.
Shipment outside Europe? please contact us forst before ordering! info@whiskyboeken.nl
About 2500 bottles are illustrated and described in detail. Including bottles…€ 325,00
Caroni 100% Trinidad Rum: Steffen MayerIt is a very extensive work in two volumes in a slipcase. The book will weigh around 9 kg, be over 1100 pages long, it is limited to 2000 books and is published in English, German, French and Italian, it's multilingual, all…
€ 299,00New !
Give Her Six, A Distillery Manager's Son in 1960's Bruichladdich; Graham LogieGraham Logie was brought up in Bruichladdich in the 1960s. This book tells how, as the Distillery Manager's son, he saw village life, and the special access he had to the distillery.
The 1960s probably saw one of the biggest…€ 10,95
Schumann's Whisk(e)y Lexicon; Stefan GabányiA completely updated new edition of the classic guide to the whiskeys of the world by the whiskey expert from Charles Schumann's famed Schumann's bar in Munich.
This critically acclaimed guide to whiskeys of all types is back in…€ 19,95
The Art of Distilling, Revised and Expanded: Bill OwensThe Art of Distilling, Revised and Expanded
An Enthusiast's Guide to the Artisan Distilling of Whiskey, Vodka, Gin and other Potent PotablesThe Art of Distilling, Revised and Updated presents the techniques and inspirations of the…€ 22,95
A Passion for Whisky: Ian WisniewskiAn addition to Mitchell Beazley's successful whisky-themed publishing, this is a must-have guide to the world-famous whiskies of Islay, explaining what makes them so special and profiling the growing number of talented…
€ 29,95New !
Peat and Whisky The Unbreakable Bond; Mike BillettPeat and Whisky: The Unbreakable Bond is, as one of the best-known aficionados attests, “among the most important books about whisky ever written.” Part travelogue, part popular science, and a love letter to Scotland’s most…
€ 18,95
Whisky Rising: The Second Edition: The Definitive Guide to the Finest Japanese Whiskies and Distillers Hardcover; Stefan Van EyckenThis fully updated guide by whisky authority and Japanese whisky expert Stefan Van Eycken takes you on a tour of some of the most coveted whiskies in the world. Japanese whiskies have become some of the most highly valued…
€ 29,95
Alfred Barnard: The Whisky Distilleries of the United KingdomAround 1885, Alfred Barnard visited over 150 distilleries. The names found in his reports still excite the dedicated whisky connoisseur today, as well as others whose fame has faded since the end of the 19th century. The appeal of…
€ 49,95New !
Dominic Roskrow and Gavin D. Smith: Malt Whisky CompanionAn updated edition of the classic, definitive guide to malt whiskies, originally written by the late Michael Jackson and fully updated by whisky experts Dominic Roskrow and Gavin D. Smith. This will teach you everything you need…
€ 24,95
Charles Maclean; Whiskypedia, The Ultimate guide to Scotch WhiskyFifth edition, New & updated edition
A Gazetteer of Scotch Whisky
Why does Scotch whisky taste as it does? Where do the flavours come from? How might they have changed over the years? The flavour of Scotch whisky is as much…€ 24,95
Modern Caribbean Rum; Matt Pietrek & Carrie SmithModern Caribbean Rum is the ultimate cane spirit deep dive, focusing on where rum originated: the Caribbean. This contemporary guide to rum and the industry that creates it is an invaluable reference for enthusiasts and…
€ 145,00
Banff, Moray & Nairn's Lost Railways; Gordon StansfieldFrom over a hundred stations between them, Banff, Moray and Nairn now have just four. During the late nineteenth century fishing, agriculture, tourism and whisky fuelled the rapid development of the north-east's rail network.…
€ 14,95New !
Dave Broom: A Sense of PlaceIn this beautifully crafted narrative, award-winning writer Dave Broom examines Scotch whisky from the point of view of its terroir - the land, weather, history, craft and culture that feed and enhance the whisky itself.…
€ 39,95New !
The A to Z of Whisky Place-Names: Landscape, Language & Invention - Jacob KingHave you ever wondered about the place-names that appear on Scotch whisky bottles? What language the names come from, what they mean or if they are even real places? If you feel baffled about where to start looking for such…
€ 19,95
A Taste of the Highlands: Ghillie BasanShortlisted for The Guild of Food Writer's Best International or Regional Cookbook Award & Shortlisted for the guild of foodwriters awards 2022
On this culinary journey through the Highlands of Scotland, award-winning food writer…€ 29,95
Valentino Zagatti, The unseen CollectionHans & Becky Offringa, internationally known as The Whisky Couple, have published a series of books about The Unseen Valentino Zagatti Collection, commissioned by Scotch Whisky International.
The publication consists of five…€ 695,00New !
Ian Buxton: 101 whiskies to try before you die101 Whiskies to Try Before You Die is a whisky guide with a difference. It is not an awards list. It is not a list of the 101 `best` whiskies in the world in the opinion of a self-appointed whisky guru. It is simply a guide to the…
€ 19,95New !
Ian Buxton: 101 Craft & World Whiskies Try Before You DieFrom Austria to Argentina and Norway to New Zealand, the world of whisky is expanding as we have never seen before. Distilleries as far away as Taiwan and as close to home as England are reinventing what whisky means - and an…
€ 19,95-14%
Ulf Buxrud: Whisky – The Final Edition: A tale of the supreme collectibleA tale of the supreme collectible, enjoyable and valuable iconic series ever made.
The book unfolds the story about the magnificent Playing Card Series from Hanyu and Chichibu Whisky Distilleries in Japan, distilled by the Akuto…€ 35,00 € 29,95New !
Alle Belgische Whisky's All Belgian Whiskies - Tous les whiskys Belges: Patrick LudwichFor the first time, a complete overview of Belgian whiskies and whisky houses is published in book form.
Text in English, Dutch and French.
Hardcover 152 pages - January 2022€ 24,95New !
Ian Buxton : Glenfarclas 185 (Distillery exclusive)A must have for every Glenfarclas lover !
This book is to cellebrate 185 years of Glenfarclas / Distillery Visitors centre exclusive
It is rare for any business concern established in the reign of William IV to remain in family…€ 39,95 € 29,95New !
Matt Falcus: Scottish Whisky DistilleriesWhisky is a major industry in Scotland which ties in both with the country s history and present-day attraction. Thanks to its modern-day surge in interest, there are now more whisky drinkers and enthusiasts than ever.
This book…€ 16,95New !
Ralfy Mitchell: Stories from a whisky barEleven entertaining, and individual fictional short stories based on factual conversations with people over the years in whisky bars in Scotland, and including some of the authors own adventures. A Chapter per Dram is a good…
€ 19,95
Life, Death & Whisky: The Undertakers Stash; Ralfy MitchellThis book is a fictional detailed account of the author starting a new career at the same time as discovering the beauty of scotch single malt whiskies just before scotch whisky started to become fashionable again, and appreciated…
€ 18,95
Ralfy Mitchell: Search for a Whisky BothieA humorous autobiography by a whisky reviewer with a youtube channel called 'ralfydotcom' travelling from early childhood memories to an adults apprenticship with scotch and Scotland. People and places are explored and whisky is…
€ 24,95New !
Raw Spirit In; Search of the Perfect Dram: Iain BanksIn an absorbing voyage as interesting to non-drinkers as to true whisky connoisseurs, sci-fi and literary author Iain Banks explores the rich heritage of Scottish whisky, from the most famous distilleries to the most obscure…
€ 19,95New !
Masataka Taketsuru: Production Methods of Pot Still Whisky On the Production Methods of Pot Still Whisky (Hardcover)In the winter of 1920, the 25 year-old Masataka Taketsuru, with his new wife Rita in tow, arrived in Campbeltown, a small town on the west coast of Scotland. With the help of Professor Wilson of the Royal Technical College in…
€ 23,95New !
Nick Morgan: You Need to Know About Whisky (But are too afraid to ask)Demystify the world of whisky. Whisky experts Nick Morgan and The Whisky Exchange open the lid on the whisky industry, revealing what makes one of the world's simplest spirits just so popular. Everything You Need to Know About…
€ 22,95New !
Carlo Devito: Big Whiskey: The Revised Second EditionAn updated edition of Big Whiskey, the definitive guide to the American Whiskey Trail. This updated edition of the definitive guide to the American Whiskey Trail is comprehensive collection of the whiskey, bourbon, and rye made by…
€ 29,95New !
Malt Whisky Yearbook 2023: Ingvar RondeShipment starts Wednessday October 12
Whisky enthusiasts all over the world look forward to the Malt Whisky Yearbook every autumn. The latest edition – revised and fully updated with new exciting articles including:
- Lowlands…€ 17,95New !
Nicholas Morgan: A Long Stride Book – The Story Of The World’s No.1 Scotch WhiskyThe history of Johnnie Walker, tracing its roots back to 1820, is also the history of Scotch whisky. But who was John Walker - the man who started the story? And how did his business grow from the shelves of a small grocery shop…
€ 17,95New !
Campbeltown Whisky: An Encyclopeadia: Angus MartinPoet and historian Angus Martin was born in Campbeltown in 1952 and has lived there all his life. In this, his
thirty-seventh book, he has employed his intimate knowledge of the history and families of his native community
to…€ 29,95
The Glenfarclas Single Malt Whisky Collector's GuideA guide to collecting the whisky of Glenfarclas by Ralf Bernhardy and Hans Georg Würsching - it's good enough to be recommended on Glenfarclas's own website. Foreword by John L. S. Grant
Hardcover: 694 pages
1st Edition 2004€ 54,95
Masataka Taketsuru: Production Methods of Pot Still Whisky On the Production Methods of Pot Still Whisky (Softcover))In the winter of 1920, the 25 year-old Masataka Taketsuru, with his new wife Rita in tow, arrived in Campbeltown, a small town on the west coast of Scotland. With the help of Professor Wilson of the Royal Technical College in…
€ 19,95
Alex Preston: Pursuit, The Balvenie Stories CollectionWhat is it to pursue a goal, to strive for an ideal, to follow a dream?
These are the questions explored by The Balvenie in this unique collection compiled by award-winning novelist Alex Preston.
The stories - from some of the…€ 14,95-33%
Davide Staffa: World icons of rum. Bilingual editionItalian / English
Softcover, 152 pages€ 29,95 € 19,95New !
Neil Wilson; Whisky in your Pocket - 10de editionWhisky in Your Pocket e book: 10th edition based on the original 'Malt Whisky Almanac' by Neil Wilson
Now in its 10th edition, 'Whisky in Your Pocket', has been thoroughly revised. A compact book that is a pithy introduction to…€ 13,95New !
Atlas maps Whisk(e)y Distilleries North America, Canada en MexicoFor sure the ”Whisk(e)y Atlas North America 2021“ is certainly the ideal tool and companion for friends and
those interested in American Whisk(e)y to orientate themselves in at present time.The new map collection ”Whisk(e)y…€ 34,95New !
Orange Hippo; The Little Book of WhiskyThe perfect gift for anyone desiring a richer whisky experience. Some drinking buddies only ever talk about themselves. Well, not this guy. The Little Book of Whisky is here to listen, entertain and help you imbibe as many…
€ 9,95
Richard Thomas: American Whiskey Second EditionInternationaal erkende whisky-expert Richard Thomas schreef deze uitgebreide en bijgewerkte editie van American Whiskey.
An expert guide to the American whiskey renaissance.
In American Whiskey, Kentucky-born, internationally…€ 31,95New !
David McNicoll: The Language of WhiskyWhisky, or “whiskey” if you prefer, is a multinational, billion-dollar industry spanning the globe; it is made from New York to Tasmania. Although whisky is an umbrella term that includes Bourbon and Irish, it is most…
€ 18,95
Davin de Kergommeaux: Definitive Guide to Canadian Distilleries;From award-winning author of Canadian Whisky, Davin de Kergommeaux, comes an up-to-the minute and definitive guide to over 200 distilleries across Canada and the array of spirits they make.
The Definitive Guide to Canadian…€ 21,95
Ardbeg Heavenly PeatedNow also available at Whiskyboeken.nl !
Ardbeg: Heavenly Peated is the revised edition of our earlier book titled Ardbeg: A Peaty Provenance. The earlier book commemorated the 10th anniversary of Glenmorangie's ownership and…€ 47,95New !
Pip Hills; The Founder’s Tale, A Good Idea and a Glass of MaltThis is the story of how one man, with a bit of help from his friends, created a revolution in the hitherto staid world of Scotch Whisky. But by creating the Scotch Malt Whisky Society, he gave whisky drinkers access to the finest…
€ 19,95
Malcolm Archibald, Whisky Wars, Riots and Murder in the 19th century Highlands and IslandsThe Highlands and Islands of Scotland are full of iconic places, beautiful landscapes and flourishing wildlife, but its past has seen horrifying and brutal crime of all sorts. Life in the Highlands of the 19th century was not…
€ 14,95
Dr Patrick Brossard : BRORA ; A Legendary Distillery (1819-1983) and WhiskyExtensive research was conducted over almost 10 years in order to carefully and accurately documents the history of the old Clynelish (later to be renamed Brora) distillery in Brora, from its foundation in 1819 until its closure…
€ 54,95
Tristan Stephenson: The Curious Bartender's Whiskey Road TripRigorously researched and richly illustrated...Meticulous in detail and gleeful in its discoveries, this trip is a joyride for any whiskey lover. Publishers Weekly Buckle up and join bestselling author and whiskey connoisseur…
€ 24,95
Peter Mulryan; The Whiskeys of IrelandSecond edition
This beautifully produced book, with full-colour photographs throughout, will tell you everything you ever wanted to know about Irish whiskey.
The History of Irish Whiskey There is a strong connection between the…€ 24,95Hardcover
Jim O'Brien : Raise the Bar : The Home Distiller's Workbook (Hardcover)Home distillation isn't for everyone. It's for you!
While some homebrewers are happy enough with beer or wine, others want to take it a step further, by distilling those grain and fruit mashes and concentrating their alcohol into…€ 29,95
Dave Broom : The Way of WhiskyA Journey Around Japanese Whisky
Since 2002 (the year it appeared on export markets) Japanese whisky has been consistently winning major international spirits awards. As export production increases and export markets - the USA…€ 59,95
Ben Birdsall : Whiskey Burn - The Distilleries of Ireland by Vespa1,600 km, 21 days, 1 man and his Vespa, and a fair bit of rain. Ben takes us on his second "painting" trip, this time around the Irish distilleries. The distilling landscape of Ireland has changed dramatically over the last five…
€ 24,95New !
Polly: The True Story Behind 'Whisky Galore'; Roger HutchinsonEarly on a wartime winter’s morning in 1941, the 8,000-ton cargo ship SS Politician ran aground in the beautiful but treacherous seas of Scotland's Outer Hebrides. Among its cargo were 260,000 bottles of whisky destined for the…
€ 13,95
Holger Dreyer: The Legend of Port EllenA must-have book for any fan of cult closed distillery Port Ellen. This book from German historian (and Port Ellen collector) Holger Dreyer contains a complete history of the distillery, including the reasons for its closure, and…
€ 29,95
Dave Broom; Whisky: The ManualThis highly accessible and enjoyable guide is full of practical and fascinating information about how to enjoy whisky. All whisky styles are covered, including (just whisper it) blends. Along the way a good few myths are exploded,…
€ 19,95
Clay Risen: the new single malt whiskeyMore Than 325 Bottles, From 197 Distilleries, in More Than 25 Countries
The most definitive guide to the new revolution in single malt whiskey across the globe, complete with cocktail recipes, bottle reviews, tasting notes,…€ 24,95
Carla Harris Carlton : Barrel Strength Bourbon: The Explosive Growth of America's WhiskeyThe art of creating and consuming bourbon is exploding, Carla Carlton's Barrel Strength Bourbon is a must read for all bourbon aficionados.Barrel Strength Bourbon provides an in-depth examination of the bourbon industry in…
€ 21,95
Ian Wisniewski: Whisky dictionary An a-z of whisky, from history & heritage to distilling & drinkingThis is the drinker's guide to every aspect of whisky, from Scotch to Japanese, rye to bourbon and beyond. With hundreds of entries covering everything from history, ingredients and distilling techniques to flavour notes,…
€ 19,95
Sheila McConachie/Graham Harvey: Whisky KitchenFrom their restaurant in Speyside, Scotland, Sheila McConachie and Graham Harvey have spent some considerable time learning and understanding the characteristics within differing Scotch whiskies. From traditional Scottish and…
€ 24,95New !
Gary Maclean's Scottish Kitchen; Gary MacleanFrom multi-award winning chef, Gary Maclean - a stunning showcase of recipes, celebrating the best of Scottish food and cookery. With his flair for flavour and expert hands-on approach, Gary Maclean gathers together the best of…
€ 24,95Coming Soon
Japanese Whisky Handbook; Gary Clark, second editionThe Japanese Whisky Handbook 2nd Edition is the most comprehensive tasting guide on the subject of Japanese Whisky. With well over 200 tasting notes and descriptions of over 65 distilleries and companies.
softcover, 304 pages,…€ 34,95
How To Make Whiskey: A Step-by-Step Guide to Making Whiskey; Bryan A DavisEverything you need to know to ferment and distill whiskey right the first time. A fun read, salt and peppered, with the science behind distilling. This authoritative guide book introduces whiskey-making in a easy step-by-step…
€ 19,95
Bogota to Beirut: Halcyon Days in the Whisky Trade; David Maxwell-ScottWritten by David Maxwell-Scott, the book, according to the blurb, gives a light-hearted account of the author’s time in the drinks business.
Maxwell-Scott began his career in the industry in 1962, working as a management…€ 14,95
Healthy Drinking Single Malt Whisk(e)y An Ayurvedic Doctor's Perspective; Dr Sumit Ashok KesarkarThe timeless Āyurvedic six rasa algorithm gives an expansive non-linear access to the sum totality of human neurohormonal enzymatic intelligence that defines our emotional and physical dynamism with cosmos. However, we are…
€ 14,95
Kentucky Bourbon Whiskey: An American Heritage; Michael R. VeachOn May 4, 1964, Congress designated bourbon as a distinctive product of the United States, and it remains the only spirit produced in this country to enjoy such protection. Its history stretches back almost to the founding of the…
€ 24,95
Kentucky's Lost Bourbon Distilleries; Berkeley Scott & Jeanine ScottKentucky bourbon is world-renowned, and the distilling of this corn-based liquor has deep roots in almost every corner of the state. Hundreds of distilleries dotted the landscape, beginning with the early settlements until 1920,…
€ 24,95
The Puffer Cookbook: Mandy Hamilton & David HawsonSo much more than a cookbook! Not only a tome of well tried and tested recipes from the Puffer’s galley, but also full of fantastic scenic photographs, fun David Hawson illustrations and amusing anecdotes from the Skipper,…
€ 19,95
Bourbon 101; Albert W. A. SchmidThe rumors are true; there are more barrels of bourbon than there are people in Kentucky. In fact, statistics tell us there are nearly two barrels of aging bourbon for every Bluegrass State citizen. With a population of nearly 4.5…
€ 29,95
Eric Zandona : The Bourbon BibleBourbon is booming, and this guide will teach you all you need to know about this most fashionable of spirits. Eric Zandona - spirits specialist at the American Distilling Institute - explores 140 of the finest bourbons in the…
€ 19,95New !
Scottish Cookery; Christopher TrotterThis is the best of Scottish cooking. Here are traditional and contemporary dishes which are easy to prepare and make use of the delicious variety of pure and natural foods found in Scotland's larder. An original collection by one…
€ 14,95
Scottish Whisky Distilleries Map; Nicolson DigitalThis brand new and up to date whisky map shows over 150 distilleries on our exceptionally clear road mapping, allowing you to navigate to your chosen destination. Features foreword by Blair Bowman, whisky consultant, and includes…
€ 9,95
Making Bourbon: A Geographical History of Distilling in Nineteenth-Century Kentucky; Karl RaitzWhile other industries chase after the new and improved, bourbon makers celebrate traditions that hearken back to an authentic frontier craft. Distillers enshrine local history in their branding and time-tested recipes, and…
€ 44,95New !
Lew Bryson; Whiskey master class. The ultimate guide to understanding scotch, bourbon, rye, and moreGo beyond the glass and discover the secrets behind your favorite style of whiskey. Over the past three decades, Lew Bryson has been one of the most influential voices in whiskey-a longtime editor of Whisky Advocate and author of…
€ 21,95
The Malt Whisky Map of Scotland 2019Prepared by whisky writer Neil Wilson and James McEwan, this map is fully updated for 2019 and features every distillery in production along with those that have closed since 1960.
There have been whisky maps before, but this new…€ 10,95New !
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