Whiskey is a most fickle mistress. Early in the night it’s a great companion: interesting, enjoyable, even warming. And then it sneaks up and suddenly becomes your nemesis, violently shoving you into making bad decisions. Know thy friend/enemy then: Almost Everything About Whiskey–along with setting the bar for books with literal titles–discusses its history, its process, and the innumerable variations of blend, aging, and distillation.