The Whisky World Tour - by Joel Harrison (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

The perfect gift for the whisky lover in your life - an armchair tour of the world's best whisky distilleries and the bottles you should be drinking.

The perfect gift for the whisky lover in your life this autumn - 52 of the world's best whisky distilleries explored from the comfort of your armchair, plus tasting notes and recommendation for all the bottles you should be drinking.

"In a career spanning nearly two decades, the British native has become an award-winning author on [whisky] and has visited well over 250 producers across every corner of the globe... A compelling read and makes a great gift for the whisky lovers in your life this season." - Forbes

The Whisky World Tour takes you beyond the glass to discover 52 of the very best whisky distilleries open to the public, around the globe. Discover their unique stories and histories from the comfort of home, along with bottle recommendations, too.

Award-winning whisky writer Joel Harrison kicks off The Whisky World Tour in North America, taking in key bourbon producers, before moving on to the traditional whisky powerhouses of Ireland and Scotland. Along the way 'new world' whisky-makers from South Africa to Scandinavia are explored, before finishing in Japan, home to some of the world's most lauded whiskies.

Each stop along the way is a window into the world of whisky, so settle in, pour a dram and allow yourself to be taken on this grand and spirited journey.

Featuring distilleries across the globe including:
USA
Canada
Scotland
Ireland
Japan
Denmark
Australia
New Zealand
India
China

With a foreword by Charles MacLean MBE, the celebrated 'world authority' on whisky

About the Author

Joel Harrison is an award-winning drinks writer and presenter whose work can be seen in publications as diverse as The Times and Wired magazine. In addition to writing, Joel appears regularly on television as a spirits and cocktail expert and hosts tastings and events across the globe. Joel is a Keeper of the Quaich, Scotch whisky's highest honor, is a member of the Worshipful Company of Distillers, and received the Freedom of the City of London in 2020 for his work in drinks. He also holds titles with the Compagnie des Mousquetaires d'Armagnac and the Gin Guild.