More whisky distilleries were built in Scotland during the first two decades of the 21st century than in the previous millennium.

A new movement gripped the Scotch whisky industry: small to medium-sized distilleries, often independently owned and fiercely singular in their vision and strategy, all striving to make extraordinarily good whisky. But have no fear; this is not a whisky book. There are scant tasting notes and little to no information about the whiskies. Nor does this book attempt to sway you one way or the other on which whisky to buy. Instead, this is a jolly jaunt, a cheerful trek around all four corners of Scotland, taking in the sights, sounds and pulse of the people, wildlife and customs.

Having lived in Scotland for most of his adult life, industry veteran David Stirk considers much of life in this small country and how the world-conquering drink, known everywhere - except in its home country - as Scotch, slots into the story.

Author: David Stirk
Paperback, 210 pages.