The Impossible Collection of Whiskey

Whiskey is more than a spirit - it is the 'water of life', a cultural and historical icon celebrated for centuries. The Impossible Collection of Whiskey by Assouline curates 100 of the most exceptional bottles from the 20th and 21st centuries.

Selected by bestselling spirits writer Clay Risen, the collection spans rare Scotch from the Scottish Highlands, Kentucky Bourbon classics, and trailblazing bottles from emerging markets like India and the Czech Republic. Each entry highlights rarity, terroir, innovation, and unforgettable flavour.

With over 150 stunning illustrations across 212 pages, this volume invites readers to explore the artistry and stories behind the world's finest whiskeys.

Handcrafted in the Ultimate Collection and presented in a luxury wooden box modelled after a whiskey barrel, it is a thoughtful gift or a refined addition to any collection, perfect for whiskey connoisseurs. Explore more in our ultimate collection books.

• Page count - 212 pages
• Number of illustrations - over 150
• Language - English
• Released on - October 2020
• Dimensions - W 45.5 x L 50.8 x D 8.9 cm
• Cover materials - Handcrafted limited edition in a luxury wooden box

About the Author
Clay Risen is a deputy editor at The New York Times and one of the leading authorities on whiskey and spirits. He is the author of American Whiskey, Bourbon and Rye and Single Malt: A Guide to the Whiskies of Scotland. Risen writes about spirits for major publications and serves as a panelist for the Ultimate Spirit Challenge.

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