The Whiskey Companion is a comprehensive guide to more than 100 of the best whiskies, including several rare varieties from around the globe. Each whiskey featured in the book is accompanied by a wealth of distillery facts, tasting notes, and recommendations. Details are also given of whiskies from distilleries that have ceased production and whiskies at ages and strengths not generally commercially available. - Provides a detailed explanation of the whiskey distilling process, complete with a full glossary of terms - Fully illustrated with photographs of labels and bottles, plus detailed maps of the area of origin - Catalogues more than 100 of the finest whiskies-from malts to bourbons-from all around the world