The Whiskey Rebellion and the Rebirth of Rye

A short history of rye whiskey's founding, floundering, and current flourishing in Pittsburgh. The book takes reader on a fun tour of the Whiskey Rebellion, the role of Pittsburgh robber barons in developing the rye industry, and the rebirth of craft distillery in the twentieth century. Includes an illustrated guide to making rye whiskey and recipes.

“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.