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Wiley Whiskey And Philosophy : A Small Batch Of Spirited Ideas by Foreword by Charles Maclean , Edited by Fritz Allhoff , Edited by Marcus P Adams
Thoughtful essays on the history, significance, and pleasures of whiskey Everyone becomes a philosopher with a drink in hand, but Whiskey & Philosophy takes this natural pairing to a new level. It explores a range of philosophical topics related to whiskey through engaging reflections written by philosophers, whiskey writers, and others.You will learn things that are both practical how do tasting notes vary across guides and whiskey brands? and thought provoking why is there the popular conception that drinking whiskey makes people mean, and is it true?. Whether your interest lies in the drink itself or in the philosophical issues surrounding it, youll find something to interest you in this unusual book.Covers subjects ranging from geographical origin to stylistic differences between whiskey and ScotchExplores philosophical ideas such as the aesthetics, metaphysics, epistemology, and ethics of whiskey and whiskey drinkingIncludes contributions from academics, journalists, and whiskey specialists, all written in an engaging and accessible styleWhether you prefer your whiskey neat or in a Manhattan, from the United States, Scotland, or elsewhere, Whiskey & Philosophy is your perfect drinking companion.show more