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Goes down nice and smooth.--The Pittsburgh Quarterly A short and accessible history of rye whiskey's founding, floundering, and current flourishing in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This book takes the reader on a wide-ranging tour that includes: - The Whiskey Rebellion and America's earliest frontier distillers - Henry Clay Frick and Andrew Mellon - The role of Pittsburgh robber barons in developing the rye industry - The rebirth of craft distilling in the twentieth century. Cowritten by Meredith Meyer Grelli, the owner of Wigle Whiskey, a craft distillery in Pittsburgh, it's a history with an insider's perspective. Includes an illustrated guide to making rye whiskey and a wonderful collection of cocktail recipes. A book for history buffs and craft spirits enthusiasts alike.