A Sense of Place signed by award-winning spirits writer Dave Broom. A personal journey exploring Scotch whisky through its terroir- including the land, weather, history, craft, and culture -that feeds and enhances the whisky itself. In this beautifully crafted narrative, award-winning writer Dave Broom
examines Scotch whisky from the point of view of the land, weather, history, craft, people and
culture that feed and enhance the whisky itself. Travelling around his native Scotland and visiting
distilleries from Islay and Harris to Orkney and Speyside, Dave explores the whiskies made there
and the elements in their distilling, and locality, which make them what they are. Along the way he
tells the story of whisky history and considers what Scotch whisky is now, and where it is going. 
With stunning specially commissioned photography by Christina Kernohan, A Sense of Place will
enhance and deepen every whisky drinker understanding of just what is in their glass.

A Passion for Whisky signed by Ian Wisniewski.  How the tiny Scottish island of Islay creates malts that captivate the world.  his beautifully illustrated book 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 distilleries.

“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

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.

Islay itself is a recognized jewel in the Scotch whisky crown.  While the island has a population of only 3, 228, at last count, its distillery Lagavulin attracts more than 27, 000 visitors annually, and the annual Islay Malt Whisky Festival attracts up to 20,000. Several new distilleries are set to open in the near future.