Whisky books for beginners: your first step into a world of flavour
Are you new to the world of whisky and would you like to learn how to taste, discover and enjoy it? Our whisky books for beginners have been carefully selected to help you build your knowledge step by step. From clear explanations about distilleries and whisky regions to practical tasting guides, these books help you understand and appreciate the world of whisky. Whether you are curious about Scotch single malts, Irish whiskey or international whiskies, the right guide makes all the difference.
Beginner whisky books are easy to read, richly illustrated and full of practical tips you can use straight away during a tasting moment.
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Whisky Distilleries of Denmark | Gabriele TrucionyteDiscover the fascinating world of Danish whisky. Gabriele Trucionyte guides readers through Denmark's distilleries, pioneers and innovative producers shaping the country's growing whisky reputation.
€ 21,95
Malt Whisky Yearbook 2026 | Ingvar RondeThe English-language Malt Whisky Yearbook 2026 by Ingvar Ronde is an up-to-date whisky guide with global distilleries, tasting notes, photos and new releases.
€ 16,95
Whisky: The Manual: How to Enjoy Whisky in All Its Forms | Dave BroomAn accessible English-language whisky guide in which Dave Broom shows how to drink, taste and enjoy whisky in many different ways.
€ 23,95
The World Atlas of Whisky | Dave Broom | 3rd EditionA fully revised English-language whisky atlas by Dave Broom, with maps, distillery profiles, tasting notes and global whisky trends.
€ 49,95
Whiskypedia: The Ultimate Guide to Scotch Whisky | Charles MacLeanWhiskypedia by Charles MacLean is an updated guide to Scotch whisky, covering distilleries, production, flavour profiles and the Flavour Map. A detailed reference book for whisky lovers.
€ 19,95
Whisky Kitchen | Sheila McConachie & Graham HarveyWhisky Kitchen is an inspiring cookbook that explores whisky as a versatile culinary ingredient. Sheila McConachie and Graham Harvey share original recipes and practical guidance on how whisky can enhance flavours and elevate dish
€ 24,95
Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible 2025-2026 | Jim MurrayThe English-language Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible 2025-2026 is a compact whisky guide with over 4,000 tasting notes, scores and analyses of whiskies worldwide
€ 20,95
A Taste of Whisky | Hans OffringaAn English-language culinary whisky book in which Hans Offringa connects 10 Scotch single malts with gastronomy and top chefs.
€ 24,95
Malt Whisky: the complete Guide | Charles MacleanMalt Whisky - Charles MacLean describes how to appreciate and get the most out of tasting malt whisky, and a detailed A-Z directory features all of Scotland's key distilleries and their whiskies with full-color labels.
€ 24,95
A to Z of Whisky | Gavin D. SmithA handy whisky encyclopedia by Gavin D. Smith, explaining whisky terms, production, regions and tasting vocabulary from A to Z.
€ 14,95
The Bourbon Bible | Eric ZandonaA practical bourbon guide by Eric Zandona, featuring 140 bourbons, tasting notes, cocktail recipes and buying tips.
€ 18,95
Not Another F*cking Whisky Book | Mitch BechardA bold, funny and visually engaging English-language whisky book in which Mitch Bechard approaches whisky through humour, stories and practical tips.
€ 14,95
Der Whisky Guide Deutschland: Das Jahrbuch 2025 | Heinfried TackeAn up-to-date German-language whisky yearbook with trends, distillery profiles, tasting advice, whisky addresses and background articles.
€ 19,95
The Story of Whisky | Charles MacLean & Gavin D. SmithA beautifully illustrated English-language whisky book exploring more than 3,000 years of whisky history, distilleries, traditions and craftsmanship.
€ 49,95
Whisky and Scotland: A Spiritual Journey from Glen to Glass | Neil M. GunnA literary English-language whisky classic in which Neil M. Gunn connects Scotch malt whisky with landscape, tradition, craft and culture.
€ 15,95
The Malt Whisky Murders | Natalie Jayne ClarkA darkly comic English-language whisky thriller in which murder, single malt, Campbeltown and Scottish charm come together in an original cosy crime.
€ 14,95New
Blended Scotch | Charles Maclean & Hans OffringaLibro accessibile e riccamente illustrato sul blended Scotch, scritto da Charles MacLean e Hans Offringa.
€ 29,95New
Malt Whisky Yearbook 2027 | Ingvar RondeMalt Whisky Yearbook 2027 Guida annuale in inglese di Ingvar Ronde sul malt whisky, con distillerie, nuove uscite, tasting notes e dati aggiornati per il 2027.
€ 19,95
Tales Of Whisky | Stuart MchardyLibro compatto in inglese con racconti scozzesi sul whisky, folklore, umorismo e aneddoti di Stuart McHardy.
€ 9,95
The Malt Whisky Map of Scotland | Neil Wilson & James McEwanMappa dettagliata del whisky scozzese con oltre 140 distillerie, regioni del whisky e informazioni per il viaggio.
€ 14,95
Food Whisky Life | Ghillie BasanElegante libro di cucina su prodotti scozzesi, wild food, abbinamenti con whisky e vita nelle Highlands.
€ 29,95
A Field Guide to Whisky | Hans OffringaGuida al whisky in inglese, accessibile e illustrata, di Hans Offringa su produzione, degustazione, stili e distillerie.
€ 24,95
Whisky & Cocktails | Mick WüstGuida in inglese al whisky, agli stili internazionali, alla degustazione e alla preparazione di cocktail con whisky.
€ 24,95
The Whisky and Gin Lover’s Guide to Scotland | Angela YoungmanGuida in inglese alle distillerie di whisky e gin in Scozia, con regioni, storie, tour e informazioni pratiche per il viaggio.
€ 19,95
The Puffer Cookbook | Mandy Hamilton & David HawsonLibro di cucina in inglese con ricette scozzesi, fotografie e dipinti ispirati alla Clyde Puffer e alle Ebridi.
€ 19,95
Raw Spirit: In Search of the Perfect Dram | Iain BanksClassico in inglese in cui Iain Banks viaggia in Scozia alla ricerca di distillerie, storie e della dram perfetta.
€ 24,95
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