Meet the brilliant, brave, and slightly crazy innovators who spearheaded the American craft whiskey movement, changing the whiskey landscape forever through their innovation, activism, and passion for the spirit. Featuring: In-depth profiles of nine independent whiskey producers across the United States and spotlights on many more. The stories behind celebrated indie distilleries including Truthilltown (NY), Balcones (TX), FEW Spirits (IL), Stranahan's (CO), and Corsair (TN). Practical information about the requirement to be considered a craft whiskey distiller, the effect of the craft beer movement on modern craft distilling and more. Advice from the experts about types of whiskeys, different barrels, malting, fermenting, and what the heck "heads, hearts, and tails" really means. Book jacket.