In this interview, Dave Broom describes what's new in the forthcoming third edition of his World Atlas of Whisky—the process of writing the book, what he's learned from extensive travel to new whisky-producing regions, and what's most exciting about the road ahead for whisky drinkers.
The book is now available for pre-order on Amazon: https://a.co/d/b70OwPw.
The World Atlas of Whisky is the official study text for the Level 2 examination of the Council of Whiskey Masters, for the Certified Whiskey Specialist credential. You can begin your studies with the Council by registering for the Level 1 exam at https://www.WhiskeyMasters.org.
Dave Broom has been writing, teaching and speaking about spirits for over 30 years and is the author of The World Atlas of Whisky, A Sense of Place, The Way of Whisky, and many other books and articles on the subject. He is a Master of the Quaich, a Kentucky Colonel, and was voted 2013 Communicator of the Year at the International Wine and Spirits Competition. Dave serves as a member of the Board of Advisors to The Council of Whiskey Masters, and he resides on the south coast of England.
Adam Edmonsond was named a Master of Whisky in April 2024 at the inaugural Master of Whisk(e)y (Level 4) exams of the Council of Whiskey Masters, held on the Isle of Raasay in Scotland. He currently serves as director of education and examination at the Council and lives in Southern California.
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