Describes whiskies from Scotland, Ireland, America, Canada and over 30 other countries. Sections in this guide include: history; prohibition; production; labels; colourful characters; firsts; the excise man; whisky-based drinks; did you know?; the mythical E; and Whisky Speak. There is also a directory of Scotch single malts, listing those in production and those from closed distilleries that are still avilable from specialist sources, along with other directories of whisky museums, visitor centres and distilleries, and a short quiz.