Amazing. This book is excellent for people who are new to whiskey and others who consider themselves connoisseurs. The contents are very informative and provide details that will make you look bright when out with friends and acquaintances.

Previously I had always thought of blended whiskeys as inferior but it can provide more variety or improve on a single whiskey. The author discusses scotch and now I am ready to try some of them. Bryson mentioned grains that I've never heard of and gave interesting details of chemistry involve. You should definitely pick this book up if you are interested in spirits. Great read.

Whiskey or whisky? Lew Bryson knows the difference and you will, too, if you imbibe this entertaining and informative volume on the Divine Distillation. Sure, you'll be able to understand what's coming through the rye, or why there are no dividing lines on Bourbon Street. I liked this book. Neat.

I am a casual whisk(e)y drinker was was interested to learn more in depth info about how it's made and some of the variants. I definitely gained a greater understanding, but as a true beginner, some of it went over my head when we got down the the science of stills and such. However, it was meant to be a "Master Class" not Whiskey for Dummies.. so that one's on me!

Excellent book that describes every aspect of whiskey from the raw ingredients to the final product. Describes the many variants of whiskey as well as other drinks that claim to be whiskey but really aren't. I like the recommendations on specific brands of whiskey in each section. Clearly written, easily understandable, and well illustrated.

3.5 stars...A very nice book on the history and specifics of making whiskey. Also lists a wide variety of whiskeys to try.