Gem Whiskies by Dominic Roskrow
A book that explores all aspects of this popular drink, delving into its history, dispelling the myths surrounding it and highlighting individualities of the many varieties that exist.
The author, Dominic Roskrow sadly died late last year. Read more about him below.
Author: Dominic Roskrow
Published: January 2009
Format: Paperback
Illustrated: Full colour
Pages: 192
The Author
Roskrow’s work in the drinks industry included being editor of The Spirits Business between 2011 and 2012, and editor of Whisky Magazine.
From April 2016 to June 2018, Roskrow worked as a spirits writer, magazine editor and consultant at Craigellachie Hotel in Speyside, Scotland.
He then took on the role of editor-in-chief at Whisky Quarterly from June 2018 to April 2020, before becoming managing director of Worldwide Whisky Company.
Since November 2020, he worked as a consultant to three whisky companies.
His accomplishments also included penning a number of spirits books, such as Whiskey America, and The World’s Best Whiskies.