A Year of Drinking Whiskey: Two Old Geezers (and a Great Bartender) Sailing Down Whiskey River Paperback – March 26, 2026

What happens when two friends realize they own dozens of bottles of whiskey… but barely know how to drink it?They decide to learn.A Year of Drinking Whiskey is the story of an unexpected journey... one that began with dusty bottles sitting on a home bar shelf and turned into a three-year adventure tasting 365 different whiskeys from around the world.Written by longtime friends Pat Sanaghan and Tom Nicoletto... along with expert bartender Julius Facenda... this book invites readers to join them as they explore the rich, complex, and often surprising world of whiskey.But this isn’t a book for whiskey snobs.It’s for curious beginners, casual drinkers, and anyone who has ever looked at a shelf of bottles and wondered:Where do I start?Inside the Book You’ll Discover• The fascinating history and evolution of whiskey• How to properly taste whiskey using appearance, nose, palate, and finish• The differences between Irish, Scotch, American, Japanese, and world whiskeys• A simple grading system that makes sense for everyday drinkers• Honest, entertaining reviews of 365 whiskeys tasted over the course of the journey• Personal reflections, surprises, and lessons learned along the wayA Whiskey Book That’s DifferentMost whiskey books are written by experts.This one is written by two curious learners who decided to explore the whiskey world the same way many readers will—one glass at a time.Their reviews are honest, sometimes humorous, and always grounded in a simple philosophy:Trust your own taste.Because the best whiskey isn’t always the most expensive bottle…It’s the one you enjoy.Pour a Glass and Join the JourneyWhether you’re a beginner exploring your first dram or a seasoned whiskey lover looking for new bottles to try, A Year of Drinking Whiskey offers a fun, approachable guide to discovering the remarkable world of whiskey.So pour yourself a glass, slow down, and enjoy the ride.Your whiskey journey starts here. Read more