It is difficult not to regret that the battle went on that occasion to the strong in numbers and wealth, and that the final decision was in the hands of those who. Some of that is a foreword by charles maclean, and an indepth appreciation by ian buxton, who played a key role in reprinting the volume and in researching the background of the mysterious aeneas macdonald. Macdonald delivers on the making of whisky, its history and geography, with no less passion. Aeneas macdonald is a pseudonym because the author was concerned that his mother, who had very strict views on the evils of alcohol, would learn of his love of whisky. Single malt whisky 1 the product of a single distillery, made from a grain content of 100% malted barley. For the whisky enthusiast who cares as deeply about it as any oenophile does about wine, whisky is a passionate. Read download appreciating whisky pdf pdf download. Currently reading whisky by aeneas macdonald published. This is, in the opinion of many whisky writers and experts, the finest whisky book ever written. A 1960s bottling of blended scotch whisky from macdonald greenlees i. Whisky is distilled in scotland from malted barley in pot stills and 6 the worlds leading drink.
Ian buxton has been working in and around the drinks industry for close to 30 years, but has been drinking professionally for a good deal longer. Glasgow blend in his 1930 book whisky, aeneas macdonald teaches us that glaswegians. The history of pakistan, iftikhar haider malik, 2008, history, 237 pages. The following is a letter sent from montreal in august of 1804 to our great great grand father roderick taylor macdonald, salachry, knoydart. The finest whisky book ever dave broomif i could take only one whisky book to a desert island it would be aeneas macdonald s whisky charles macleanthis is a small volume but there are plenty who will love it. I found the comparison between campeltown and islay whiskies quite interesting. Or an answer to a booke entitled mercy and truth, or, charity maintaind by catholiques, which pretends to prove the contrary. This is in the opinion of many whisky writers and experts the finest whis. Familiar brands such as johnnie walker, bells, the famous. Known for his strong aversion to blended scotch, pseudonymous author aeneas macdonald was opinionated, observant and masterful with. As well as exploring longlost malts, macdonald remains startlingly relevant. History, hints and tips appeared and subsequently he was one of the principal coauthors of eyewitness whisky, world whisky and great whiskies for dorland kindersley. The religion of protestants, a safe way to salvation.
Read whisky books like the whiskey rebels and goodness nose for free with a free 30day trial. Whisky distilling forms a key part of the history and heritage of the cabrach. Featuring an introduction by renowned whisky writer, ian buxton and a foreword by charlie maclean, this facsimile commemorative edition is aimed at whisky enthusiasts and casual dramtakers. Whisky by aeneas macdonald 9781780274218 boomerang. The earliest book on the subject from the drinkers point of view, its both a useful buying companion and an homage to the worlds most exclusive spirit. Mar 29, 2014 the debate may still be out on whether its spelled whisky or whiskey, but for the sake of the book were talking about in this post, well go with whisky, since its called whisky. Pdf appreciating whisky download full pdf book download. Ardbeg whiskies are deep, complex and steeped in peat smoke, a distinctive property that has come to characterise many islay whiskies, due to the abundance of peat on the island. Aeneas macdonald was responsible for arranging much of. Original copies of whisky, aeneas macdonald s 1930 book, now change hands for hundreds of pounds, so its canny publishing to release a new edition in time for christmas. Isbn 1 84195 857 3 there are many books on whisky out there, from photo filled doorsteps to pocket bibles of hundreds to thousands of whisky tastings. Definitions, derivations, sources and meanings of every conceivable whiskyrelated word are included from after shots to wort by way of irish, islay and peat reek. Interesting that the notable whiskies havent changed much in 90 years.
Although islay is only 25 miles long, it boasts no fewer than eight distilleries with two pending. A classic by aeneas macdonald scottish gourmet usa. In 2006, he also reprinted aeneas macdonald s 1930 classic whisky, adding only an introduction to the iconic work. The science and commerce of whisky ian buxton and paul s. The finest whisky book ever dave broom if i could take only one whisky book to a desert island it would be aeneas macdonalds whisky charles maclean this is a small volume but there are plenty who will love it. Cover may not represent actual copy or condition available. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers all about whisky by aeneas macdonald. This is the revised third edition of the complete az of the world of whisky. This is, within the opinion of many whisky writers and professionals, the best whisky ebook ever written.
The best books on drink of 2016 books the guardian. Signed by aeneas macdonald, christopher morley literary adviser and the publishers frank henry and dan longwell. There are just three types of scotch whisky, though in all likelihood youll only ever encounter two. This little book began whisky s renaissance, through macdonald s sense of what it means to be scottish.
Learn from whisky experts like david liss and richard paterson. The first definitive book on whisky aeneas macdonald 192 pages. Whisky by aeneas macdonald is a slender volume my edition being less than pages. This bottle was part of a private collection if youd like more detailed more info. For the whisky enthusiast who cares as deeply about it as any oenophile does about wine, whisky is a passionate, instructive, historical book that illuminates the great history of the transfixing spirit. Currently reading whisky by aeneas macdonald published in 1930. It is certainly the first written from the point of view of the consumer and is thus hugely historically significant. He writes in a variety of trade and consumer titles here and abroad. In 2006 he was responsible for the reprinting of aeneas macdonald s classic 1930 text whisky, adding a new introduction to this iconic work. Known for his strong aversion to blended scotch, pseudonymous author aeneas macdonald was opinionated, observant and masterful with words. Original copies of whisky birlinn, aeneas macdonalds 1930 book, now change hands for hundreds of pounds, so its canny publishing to release a new. Rare blend of 30year whisky, dark roasted malt, aged in american white oak casks.
If i could take only one whisky book to a desert island it would be aeneas macdonald s whisky charles maclean original copies of whisky, aeneas macdonald s 1930 book, now change hands for hundreds of pounds, so its canny publishing to release a new edition in time for christmas. Jul 12, 2016 parks canada is hosting a whiskytasting at sir john a. Macdonald, the pseudonym of journalist george malcolm, was one of the first writers to bring an amateurs eye to what had previously been a dry, technical subject. First published in 1930, aeneas macdonald s whisky is considered a classic of whisky writinga small, passionate, polemical, and informative gem of a book. Click to read more about whisky by aeneas macdonald. The history of the scotch whisky industry, and its origins in illicit distilling and.
A small volume, written in the 1930s, giving a history and philosophy of whisky appreciation. In 1831, aeneas coffey patented the coffey still, allowing for cheaper and more efficient distillation of whisky. A great gift for any whisky lover, a classic that will be cherished and. Save up to 80% by choosing the etextbook option for isbn. Writing in his 1930 volume whisky, aeneas macdonald declared of the what is whisky.
Yet of them all, this little tome from 1930 is the one that i keep close to my heart. The finest whisky book ever dave broom if i could take only one whisky book to a desert island it would be aeneas macdonald s whisky charles maclean this is a small volume but there are plenty who will love it. This book inspired a generation of whisky writers including dave broom and charles maclean, so worth every penny. Whisky or whiskey is a type of distilled alcoholic beverage made from fermented grain mash. This is a scarce authorsigned limited edition signed by aeneas mcdonald, frank henry, christopher morley and dan longwell as pictured. If there is someone who loves whisky, i couldnt imagine them not wanting to have a copy of whiskey and philosophy in their library.
This is in the opinion of many whisky writers and experts the finest whisky. Irish whiskey means whiskey distilled and matured in ireland. Written in 1903 before geographic designations like speyside existed, whisky explains the effect of air, water, peat and barley on flavor. According to aeneas macdonalds whisky, written in 1930, caol ila is one of four whiskies with an almost legendary fame along with other islay distilleries ardbeg. A copy that has been read, but remains in clean condition. Some of the references are out of date, but that only turns those sections into valuable historical documents. Charles maclean, daniel maccannell and marc ellington. Explores the history of the unique indomuslim nation of pakistan, from the ancient indus valley civilization to coming of. It is only recently that the authors true identity has been uncovered.
This is a truly spectacular book, and a gift to whisky aficionados everywhere. This little book began whisky s renaissance, through macdonald s sense of wha. Buy whisky by aeneas macdonald from boomerang books, australias online independent bookstore. Aug 07, 2014 step forward ian buxton and paul s hughes, and their 2014 book the science and commerce of whisky. Whisky aeneas macdonald, ian buxton bok 9781780274218. Standards of identity for distilled spirits, title 27 code of federal regulations, pt.
Harrys incomplete guide to independent bottlers of single malt scotch whiskies a guide to the source of bottles by harald kirsch version 4. There have been stacks of books written about whisky. Pdf maclean s miscellany of whisky download full pdf. Blended scotch whisky is the mainstay of the business. Whiskey and philosophy is part of a series of books, including wine and philosophy and food and philosophy. Pdf maclean s miscellany of whisky download full pdf book. Scotch whisky is whisky which has been distilled and matured in scotland. This edition was republished with a foreword by charles maclean and an introduction by ian buxton in 2007.
The author was in fact alive and well when i first encountered this little book, but as it had been published in 1930 and his name never appeared in print again i simply assumedif i thought about it at. For the whisky enthusiast who cares as deeply about it as any oenophile. World experts in scotch whisky provide detailed insight into whisky production, from the processing of raw materials to the fermentation, distillation, maturation, blending, production of coproducts, and quality testing, as well as important information on the methodology used for packaging and marketing whisky in the twentyfirst century. It was published in 1930, with a limited run of 1,600 copies. Dec 19, 2016 known for his strong aversion to blended scotch, pseudonymous author aeneas macdonald was opinionated, observant and masterful with words.
Macdonalds former home, where likely a lot of whisky has been consumed. Currently he is a coauthor of the eyewitness whisky for dorling kindersley and working on a history of john. Aeneas macdonald s whisky is probably one of the finest books ever written about the subject. Ian is not entirely unknown to us, prolific writer and frequent guest at the whisky show as he is. It is surely the primary written from the standpoint of the shopper and is thus vastly traditionally vital. Whisky by way of aeneas macdonald requirementsepub reader, 5. Referred to by awardwinning spirit specialist dave broom as the finest whisky book ever, written by aeneas macdonald, the pen name of george malcolm thomson, cofounder of the porpoise press. This little book began whisky s renaissance, through macdonald s sense.
As it turns out, aeneas macdonald was really george malcolm thomson, a founder of porcupine press, the original publisher of the book. Oct 12, 2006 as well as exploring longlost malts, macdonald remains startlingly relevant. Yet despite this, it is often said to be one of the best books indeed, in the eyes of many, the best book ever written about whisky. Whisky by aeneas macdonald overdrive rakuten overdrive.
His book whisky gave huge insight into the industry, during times of great change for scotch. Read whisky the first definitive book on whisky by aeneas macdonald available from rakuten kobo. Review among the generous pour of publishings to please whisky fans, one standout is a longawaited new edition of whisky by aeneas macdonald aka george malcolm thomson who reputedly used the pseudonym to avoid upsetting his teetotal mother his literary musings on matters of malt and more, first published in 1930, are widely hailed as among the best writing on the subject. Whisky, by aeneas macdonald, first published in 1930. The modern edition, reprinted by cannongate, was resurrected thanks to writer ian buxton in 2006. It was by no means a large book, and when it was first published by porpoise press it appeared in a print run of just 1,600 copies. My copy is the 2006 canongate facsimile reprint, which is, bafflingly, the first and only uk edition since the original publication. Pages can include limited notes and highlighting, and the copy can include previous owner inscriptions. When i first came across this book i couldnt believe it had hardly been in print. George malcolm thomson 18991996 was a scottish journalist and publicist for scottish nationalism. Whisky aeneas macdonald, ian buxton books books etc. In fact, its always been pretty hard to get hold of. He is now best known for the sectarian slant he adopted the 1930s, aimed at irishscots, and as an activist working on behalf of the scottish party. The earliest book on the subject from the drinkers point of view, its both a useful buying companion and an homage to.
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