- Paperback: 284 pages
- Publisher: Made and Bottled in Kentucky; 1 edition (Aug 31 2004)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0975870300
- ISBN-13: 978-0975870303
- Product Dimensions: 20.8 x 13.7 x 1.8 cm
- Shipping Weight: 340 g
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #302,598 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Bourbon, Straight: The Uncut and Unfiltered Story of American Whiskey, follows the trail of America whiskey-making from its 17th century origins right up to the present day. In it, readers will discover the history of the American whiskey industry, how American whiskey is made and marketed, the differences among various types of American whiskey (bourbon, rye, Tennessee) and how they compare to other world whiskies.
Readers also will meet the many fascinating characters who have made American whiskey what it is today, whether they be famous, infamous or largely unknown.
All major producers and brands are discussed. The book includes a complete tasting guide with 35 detailed product reviews.
Bourbon, Straight: The Uncut and Unfiltered Story of American Whiskey, is for fans of American whiskey, but also for readers who just enjoy a good tale steeped in American culture and heritage.
Bourbon, Straight is richly detailed, clear, authoritative, insightful, independent and fun to read.
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4.9 out of 5 stars (17 customer reviews)
14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
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Going to Church, Nov 20 2004
By Charred Barrel Hugger "Bourbon drinker" - Published on Amazon.com
Ce commentaire est de: Bourbon, Straight: The Uncut And Unfiltered Story Of American Whiskey (Paperback)
If you want to see advertising for bourbons, this isn't the book for you. But if you want the story of the bourbon industry, then this is like going to church. You'll get the plain and simple message from the author. This book is now part of my liquor library as the new starting point for my knowledge of bourbon. Enjoyed it, five stars.
16 of 17 people found the following review helpful
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Aged in the wood., Nov 12 2004
By Ted Haigh "Dr.Cocktail" - Published on Amazon.com
Ce commentaire est de: Bourbon, Straight: The Uncut And Unfiltered Story Of American Whiskey (Paperback)
It isn't hard to tell when a book is written from piles of research material strung together in a daunting mass. It is equally evident when an entire field of study, wed in the wood, is melded through a lifetime of experience, aged into a narrative that flows so naturally, it issues from the very core of the author. The latter is the case here. From a complex history of chemistry and business decisions is distilled a work that is both complete and readable. Mr. Cowdrey is on his turf here, and it shows. Observations in "Bourbon, Straight" are certain, forceful and backed up not just by facts - but by thoughtful deduction only years can (but do not always) provide. That said, the book is no polemic. The wit and dryly humorous wisdom are winning. When describing one particular whisky, Cowdrey murmers "They possess that ineffable (and much overrated) quality known as smoothness." Highly recommended.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
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Just adding my voice to the chorus of praise..., Nov 16 2006
By scratchline "apbt lover" - Published on Amazon.com
Ce commentaire est de: Bourbon, Straight: The Uncut And Unfiltered Story Of American Whiskey (Paperback)
for Mr. Cowdery's bourbon book. A very accessible introduction to the topic but filled with information that will educate the aficionado as well. Extremely well-written and researched. Simply a pleasure to read. I only hope that a sequel is forthcoming that will collect more of his outstanding reviews of bourbons currently on the market. You just can't do any better if you want to learn about America's native spirit.
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