ID Reflex' Know and Appreciate Whisky (French Edition) By James Turnbull

The flyer ID Reflex' Know and Appreciate Whisky of James Turnbull is a real Pocket guide for all those who wish better understand whisky and to grasp all its richness. Clear, comprehensive, and concise, it compiles in 16 pages the essential knowledge about this mythical alcohol, emblematic of Scotland and the great traditions of distillation.

From the collection ID Reflex', this booklet in a practical format accompanies you in the discovery of the origins of whisky, large producing regions and multiple styles that make the diversity of this universe: mélangé, , Single malt, , Pure pot still, , Tennessee whiskey or even Bourbon.

🌾 The secrets of whisky making

James Turnbull details the manufacturing techniques which shape the character of the whisky: the fermentation, the Traditional or continuous distillation, and theAging in oak barrels, a key step that imparts spirits with their complex aromas and golden hue.

The author, descendant of a Scottish blender from Hawick, passionately shares his knowledge, inherited from a family tradition and a long experience as a knowledgeable enthusiast.

🥃 Learn to taste and recognize the styles

How taste a whisky ?What are the differences between the Scottish whiskies, the Irish whiskeys or the Japanese whiskies ?This leaflet answers all these questions and teaches you how to identify the aromas, the woody notes, , Peaty or floral, and to appreciate the richness of each terroir.

Practical advice is also given for the Service (temperature, ideal glass, possible dilution) and the tasting at the table.

🍸 Whiskies of the World and Iconic Cocktails

Besides Scotland and Ireland, James Turnbull explores global production: United States, Canada, Japan, India, and even France, where new distillers innovate.

At the end of the guide, a section is dedicated to the whiskey-based cocktails (Whisky Sour, Old Fashioned, Manhattan, etc.) and to the culinary recipes integrating this noble alcohol to extend the pleasure onto the plate.

📘 A practical, clear, and accessible guide

Designed as a Quick reference sheet, this leaflet fits in your pocket but offers a comprehensive overview: history, production, tasting, and culture of whisky. Perfect for the curious beginners as for the confirmed amateurs, he establishes himself as a essential knowledge tool for anyone who wishes to deepen their relationship with this Scottish elixir.

📚 Book features

• Title: ID Reflex' Knowing and Appreciating Whisky

• Author: James Turnbull

• Editor: Arnaud Franel

• Collection: IDREFLEX

• Format: Paperback

• Language: French

• Publication date: March 7, 2013

• EAN13: 9782896033928

• ISBN: 978-2-89603-392-8

• Number of pages: 16

• Dimensions: 21.5 × 7.7 × 0.4 cm

• Weight: 36 g