Whisky in Your Pocket: 10th edition based on the original 'Malt Whisky Almanac'

Whisky in Your Pocket is a comprehensive guide to 130 malt and grain whiskies and 26 blended whiskies, featuring regional reference maps, bottle shots, and pricing guides. Based on the late Wallace Milroy's Malt Whisky Almanac, it has been revised and expanded by renowned whisky historian Neil Wilson. The book is known for its simple and straightforward approach, making it an essential guide for beginners and enthusiasts alike.

Format: Hardback
Length: 208 pages
Publication date: 01 April 2021
Publisher: The Gresham Publishing Co. Ltd

Whisky in Your Pocket, now in its 10th edition, has undergone a thorough revision. It encompasses a comprehensive list of 130 malt and grain whiskies, along with 26 blended whiskies. The book offers valuable insights with its handy regional reference maps and up-to-date bottle shots, providing guidance on pricing. Additionally, it offers suggestions for comparable whiskies, drawing upon the expertise of the late Wallace Milroy, widely regarded as one of the world's foremost whisky connoisseurs. Milroy collaborated with Neil Wilson, a renowned whisky historian and writer, to bring forth The Malt Whisky Almanac. Known for its simple and straightforward approach, devoid of pretension and clarity, this edition has been thoroughly revised and expanded. The book's origins trace back to the 1960s and 70s when Wallace Milroy and his brother Jack introduced malt whisky to London from their Soho Wine Market. It was through the persuasive efforts of Neil Wilson that Wallace agreed to create a beginner's guide to single-bottled malts, leading to the conception of The Original Malt Whisky Almanac: A Taster's Guide. This seminal work sold over 300,000 copies, establishing itself as an indispensable guide for both beginners and enthusiasts alike.

Weight: 218g
Dimension: 99 x 177 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781849345330
Edition number: 10 New edition