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Ireland is the true home of whiskey. This book charts ths history of uisce beatha - the water of life - from the early experiments of medieval monks, through the poitin wars, the Victorian heyday and downfall, and into the current Irish whiskey renaissance. The reader is guided through the art and science of brewing, distilling, maturing, and blending. The 'taste elements' of whiskery are examined, and every aspect of its complex flavor is fully explained and explored. A beautifully illustrated companion for the novice and connoisseur alike.