Beer and Whisky Writer Michael Jackson

Posted Aug 30, 2007 by The Wild Scotsman

I have just been informed that famed beer and whisky writer Michael Jackson passed away last night during his sleep. This is a big loss for those who have enjoyed his wit and prose for many years with Beer and Scotch. I have only spoken with him in passing over the years while at whisky shows but never had a real opportunity to sit down and break bread. I am sure he is having a fine dram where ever he may be.

Slainte,

Jeff

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3 comments on to “Beer and Whisky Writer Michael Jackson”

  1. john /  Aug 30, 2007 15:34 /  Jeff I respected so much what Michael did for the Beer and Whisky industries worl wide. although quit small of staure he WAS a Giant in so far as his passion for beer and whisky was tranlated on to paper. In that regard he actually was a genius. I knew him reasonably well, and his passing is the end of an era in whisky appreciation and writing. All too many of what I would describe as the Real Whisky People have "moved on" in recent times. Let us sincerely hope that Michael is enjoying a large malt, where ever he may be and in the knowledge that his legacy will out live all of us. Sir John
  2. Mike /  Sep 4, 2007 10:14 /  This is very sad news. His book, "Scotland and Its Whiskies" is one of the most enjoyable books on liquor I've come across. Jackson truly knew how to manifest the "terroir" for scotch whisky, transporting the reading to another land. You simply can't read it without pouring yourself a dram.
  3. The Wild Scotsman /  Sep 6, 2007 18:54 /  Mike, Great to see you on the site. Have a great weekend. The Wild Scotsman

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