Publisher's Synopsis
Praise for A DOUBLE SCOTCH
" A Double Scotch tells the tale of how two men from farming stock, George Smith and James Chivas, found themselves as central figures in the birth of the modern whisky industry and who by hard work, hard–nosed determination and some luck created what were to become known as ′brands.′ The pace is fast, the tone light but punchy, witty, and informed. Pacult has also uncovered facts that have been ignored by other whisky scholars and along the way, punctures some of the myths which have sprung up around the drink. Pour yourself a dram and dive in."
Dave Broom, Whisky journalist, United Kingdom
"Clear, concise, informative, and full of wonderful personalities, A Double Scotch is a fascinating look at the distiller′s art and the business that supports it. F. Paul Pacult′s research is meticulous and his storytelling fluent. I enjoyed it mightily. What more could one want?"
David Wondrich Esquire
"F. Paul Pacult has literally poured himself into his work (and, to be sure, his work into him). . . . A Double Scotch is as vital and aromatic as a wee dram sitting by the reader′s side. Make it a double!"
Duncan Christy Editorial Director, Sky magazine
"Scotch whisky, Scotland′s gift to the world, developed, grew, and succeeded through the skill and tenacity of colorful and resourceful individuals. In A Double Scotch , these characters and the tribulations they had to overcome are brought to life, making the book a joy for all who wish to understand what has made Scotch whisky the global success it is today."
Campbell Evans Scotch Whisky Association Edinburgh, Scotland
