Publisher's Synopsis
"Scotland's most favourite export is decanted into full-bodied, humorous prose" Independent on Sunday "...fiery, variegated, and full of delicious moments" Literary Review A personal journey through the highlands and islands exploring the history, personalities and mystery of the water of life. In a bid to uncover the unique spirit of the single malt whisky, author Iain Banks has decided to undertake a tour of the distilleries of his homeland. His tour of Scotland combines history, literature and landscape in an entertaining account.
