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The Whisky World Tour

A curated guide to unforgettable distilleries and their whiskies
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With a foreword by Charles MacLean MBE, the celebrated 'world authority' on whisky The Whisky World Tour takes you beyond the glass to discover 52 of the very best whisky distilleries open to the public, around the globe. Discover their unique stories and histories from the... Read More
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The Whisky World Tour

An indispensable, curated guide to the world of whisky distilleries: their stories and styles, which to visit, plus the very best offerings to try from each of these legendary locations.

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With a foreword by Charles MacLean MBE, the celebrated 'world authority' on whisky

The Whisky World Tour takes you beyond the glass to discover 52 of the very best whisky distilleries open to the public, around the globe. Discover their unique stories and histories from the comfort of home, along with bottle recommendations, too.

Award-winning whisky writer Joel Harrison kicks off The Whisky World Tour in North America, taking in key bourbon producers, before moving on to the traditional whisky powerhouses of Ireland and Scotland. Along the way, 'new world' whisky-makers from South Africa to Scandinavia are explored, before finishing in Japan, home to some of the world's most lauded whiskies.

Each stop along the way is a window into the world of whisky, so settle in, pour a dram, and allow yourself to be taken on this grand and spirited journey.

Featuring distilleries across the globe including:

  • USA
  • Canada
  • Scotland
  • Ireland
  • Japan
  • Denmark
  • Australia
  • New Zealand
  • India
  • China

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781784729653

Publisher: Octopus Publishing Group

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 04 September 2025

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Mitchell Beazley

Contributors:

  • Foreword by Charles Maclean

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 733g

Pages: 256

About the Author

Joel Harrison is an award-winning drinks writer and presenter whose work can be seen in publications as diverse as The Times and Wired magazine. In addition to writing, Joel appears regularly on television as a spirits and cocktail expert and hosts tastings and events across the globe. Joel is a Keeper of the Quaich, Scotch whisky's highest honour, is a member of the Worshipful Company of Distillers, and received the Freedom of the City of London in 2020 for his work in drinks. He also holds titles with the Compagnie des Mousquetaires d'Armagnac and the Gin Guild.

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