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Davin de Kergommeaux takes readers on a journey through the first systematic presentation of Canadian whisky: how it's made, who makes it, why it tastes the way it does, its history, and the rich, centuries-old folklore surrounding it.
 
Join whisky authority Davin de Kergommeaux on a pan-Canadian journey from British Columbia to Nova Scotia, celebrating the diversity of Canada's unique spirit. With his conversational and accessible tutelage, de Kergommeaux offers readers a carefully researched, reliable, and authoritative guide to Canadian whisky that is, quite simply, not available anywhere else. Not only a book describing the history and culture of the spirit, Canadian Whisky: The Portable Expert is also an informed exploration of taste. For the first time, whisky consumers -- experts and novices alike -- can approach Canadian whisky with a connoisseur's appreciation of its rich subtleties.

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Shortlisted for the 2021 Gourmand Award for Best in the World - Drink Culture!

From award-winning author of Canadian Whisky, Davin de Kergommeaux, comes a definitive guide to over 200 distilleries across Canada and the array of spirits they make.

The Definitive Guide to Canadian Distilleries is an indispensable guide to the past, present and future of Canada's distilleries. Written by bona fide Canadian spirits expert Davin de Kergommeaux, this book covers more than 200 of the most exciting and cutting-edge distilleries, large and small, who are shaping the industry today.

Just a decade ago, fewer than a dozen distilleries, concentrated in two provinces, produced almost all the spirits (mainly whisky) made in Canada. Today, there is a movement afoot in Canada's spirits world. There has never been a better selection of rich specialty spirits--from gin to moonshine, from flavoured vodka to liqueurs--to tempt the palate and supplement your long-time favourites. Despite flourishing public enthusiasm for Canada's distillers, other than incomplete and inaccurate web-based information, no one has offered consumers an all-inclusive guide... until now.

Using a trademark (and witty) blend of narrative, tasting notes, inventive cocktail recipes and vibrant photos, de Kergommeaux shares the unique genesis of each of these distillers who are pushing the boundaries and flavours of spirits of all kinds. Divided geographically with suggested distillery routes, and filled with key tour information as well as breakout features of the most exciting people and spirits today, The Definitive Guide to Canadian Distilleries is a treasured souvenir and fun companion to the distilleries in every corner of the country, and a must-have guide for curious drinkers and expert connoisseurs alike.

In How to Distill, you'll learn every aspect of home distilling, from the fundamentals to controlling flavor development to packaging.

Whether you want straightforward information for your first distillation or you’re a home distiller looking to learn more and perfect your craft, you’ve come to the right place. In this book, certified industry expert and knowledgeable home distiller Aaron Hyde lays out the how and why of all the key processes, starting at the mash and fermentation, through distilling, and ending with expert information on aging and blending spirits. You’ll find:

• An Overview of Distilling and the Process: The fundamentals of distillation, concise distillation theory, still design, distilled products, and ingredients are all covered.
• Pre-Distillation: Move on to learn about the fermentation process, making your own wash from sugar or cereal mashing grain.
• Distilling: The main event! A robust section on distilling covers modern distillation techniques, the distillation process, key decisions during distillation, process control, collection, and further distillation runs.
• Post-Distillation: Work your way through flavor development and control, polishing spirit, the aging process, quality considerations, blending, and packaging considerations.
• Recipes: Whether you're interested in making bourbon whiskey, scotch whisky, gin, rum, or vodka, you’ll find an easy-to-follow recipe.

With reliable, tested information throughout, this is the new standard for distilling.

2022

Written by: AAron Hydt

Published by: Harvard Common Press

By Sydney Young

Originally published in 1922 this book has been revised to include distillation on a large scale as carried out in the manufacture of important products. 

Distillation Principles and Processes covers the research of scientists in fields including: Acetone and n-Butyl Alcohol, Alcohol, Petroleum, Coal Tar, Glycerine and Essential Oils.

by Hubert Germain-Robin

by Hubert Germain-Robin

by David T. Smith

By Ian Smiley

A Professional Guide for Amateur and Micro Distillers.

The most comprehensive home-distilling book that specifically addresses the small-scale production of whiskey.

It details every aspect of how fresh grain is tranformed into whiskey, with easy and inexpensive methods of fabricating the equipment and precise details of how to operate it. The book features over a dozen recipes that range from modern scientifically optimized processes to traditional corn squeezin's and sour-mash recipes.