The Whisky Books Library – Your guide to whisky knowledge

Malt Whisky Yearbook 2026: the 21st edition with 900 distilleries, 250 tasting notes, whisky trends, stats and 500+ photos. An essential reference for every whisky enthusiast.

Bourbon Lore: Legends of American Whiskey by Mason Walker & Clay Risen is a beautifully photographed celebration of America’s most iconic spirit. Told through 100 legendary bottles, this hardcover book uncovers the rich history…

The Story of Whisky – Charles MacLean & Gavin D. Smith

Discover the fascinating history of whisky in The Story of Whisky by award-winning authors Charles MacLean and Gavin D. Smith. This captivating book was released on 14…

An evocative literary journey through the heart of Scottish whisky and the landscapes that shape it.

Discover the charming new softcover edition of Neil M. Gunn’s classic Whisky and Scotland — a lyrical celebration of…

Explore the past, present, and future of whisky in one stunning volume.

The World of Whisky: The New Traditions by award-winning whisky writer Felipe Schrieberg is a must-have for anyone passionate about the world’s most…

Whisky is a bloody business . . .
When a dilapidated distillery comes up for sale in rural Kintyre, Eilidh and her wife Morag jump at the chance. But their ambition to run the first women-owned whisky distillery in Scotland seems…

Uncover the True Story Behind the Infamous Whisky Crash of 1898 — A Must-Read for Every Whisky Enthusiast

Opening The Case: The Affairs of Pattisons’ Whisky is a gripping deep dive into one of the most dramatic and…

Explores the darker, untold history of whisky, blending tales of cannibals, ghosts, and intrigue.

The book you hold in your hands is not a standard whisky book. Of course, it does contain information that can be found in…

WHISKYOPOLIS – The Rise, Fall and Revival of the Whisky Industry in Campbeltown

Campbeltown: a small Scottish town with a population never exceeding 10,000, yet once home to over 30 working distilleries — so many, in fact,…

Internationally bestselling author Coinneach MacLeod takes you on a thrilling journey to Scotland―without leaving the comfort of your kitchen!

Join the Hebridean Baker on an irresistible culinary voyage to the heart of…

This is another extraordinary publication from independent bottler James Eadie Ltd, following the huge success of the landmark 2022 publication of 'The Distilleries of Great Britain & Ireland' which provided an extensive pictorial…

Where once Scotland dominated the world of whisky, that’s no longer the case. England is just one of many countries now challenging Scotland’s historic lead.

Until recently, England has been quiet as far as whisky production…

From the experts behind the world-famous SCOTCH whisky bar, located at the iconic Edinburgh hotel The Balmoral, this essential guide will tell you everything you need to know about Scottish whisky.
"This isn't just any Scotch…

No other spirit is as complex as whisky; its appeal is timeless and its fans can spend a lifetime unravelling its mysteries.

The Whisky Opus is the companion for that journey. Fully revised with all-new images, a fresh design,…

This new, fully updated and revised edition of The World Atlas of Whisky provides an in-depth, comprehensive journey through the history, process, distilleries and expressions of world whiskies.

Award-winning author and whisky…

There was once a Tennessee whiskey that dwarfed Jack Daniel's, and a powerful man was behind it: V.E. "Manny" Shwab. Until now, virtually nothing has been written about either. Their story is one of a Jewish Alsatian immigrant's…

More distilleries were built in Scotland in the first two decades of this millennium than in the previous century.

A new movement gripped the Scotch whisky industry: small to medium-sized distilleries, often independently owned…

A 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…

This 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…

Join 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,…

Dive into the captivating realm of whiskey investment with our complete guide, 'How to Invest in Whiskey,' brought to you by Compare the Cask.

This comprehensive guide is designed to demystify the art of whiskey investment,…

Early 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…

The 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,…

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…

Whisky 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,…

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…

Peat 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…

This 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…

Cask Strength tells the story of the unsung hero of the world of spirits, wine, and beer and an invention as ancient and important as the wheel--the humble barrel. Discover the barrel's rich history, as well as the incredible…

From 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…

In 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…

Graham 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…

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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…

“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…

This is 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 edition, tasted and rated over 4,300 whiskies,…

From 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…

An 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…

In 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.…

Shipment 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…

Have 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…

A 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…

For 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

An 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…

Texas Whiskey: here is the first and only book to tell the story of Texas whiskey.

Texas history runs deep, and the history of whiskey in the state is no exception. But the Texas whiskey scene, which emphasizes local corn and…

Graham Stewart (redacteur), Julie Kellershohn (redacteur), Inge Russell (redacteur)

Whisky and Other Spirits: Technology, Production and Marketing, Third Edition continues to provide details from raw materials to the finished…

Rare Whisky is a stylish exploration of the world's finest and rarest whiskies, exquisitely packaged in a hardback book with slipcase. This book looks at the most exceptional whiskies across the world, focusing on key producers…

Poet 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…

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…

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…

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…

Whisky 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…

A completely thorough and up-to-date guide to modern distillation methods and their applications

Distillation Principles and Practice Second Edition covers all the main aspects of distillation including the thermodynamics of…

Eleven 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…

Whisky 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…

Italian / English

Softcover, 152 pages

Jim McEwan is (for whisky professionals, connoisseurs and lovers) an icon like Steve Jobs, Paul McCartney and Pelé. Growing up in the small village of Bowmore on the "whisky island" of Islay, he started his career in 1963 at the…

For 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…

Go 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…

The 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…

By: Max Righi, Davide Terzotti, Fabio Petroni, Rino Duca

This latest entry in the elegantly photographed Sommelier series recounts the long and storied history of whisky—one of the world’s most treasured liquors.

Whisky is…

Look at the back label of a bottle of wine and you may well see a reference to its terroir, the total local environment of the vineyard that grew the grapes, from its soil to the climate. Winemakers universally accept that where a…

The 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…

The Malt Whisky Yearbook 2021

The most updated whisky book on the market!

Whisky, 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…

A little book detailing the information on most of the famous 'Dumpy' style Cadenhead's bottles.

This book, made in 2007, 48 pages in hardcover, includes 85 different distilleries and whisky distilled in the 1950s, 1960s and a…

In 1898 the work to build Glenlochy Distillery started and in December that year the so called “Pattison crash” happened. The timing for a new distillery could not have been worse.
In November 2017 I met Jim Brown in Scotland…

Life is complicated. Whisky doesn't have to be!

This is a great way to get into one of the world's most popular spirits - whether you're a novice looking to build your whisky know-how, or a seasoned whisky-drinker who'd like to…