Second Edition
In this fully revised edition of 'Michael Jackson's Beer Companion' the acknowledged guru of beer brings his masterpiece fully up-to-date to reflect his recent tastings and record new developments in the world's breweries and microbreweries.
Michael explains more than 50 classic beer styles, including Czech lagers, Belgian and Dutch Trappist ales, and the newest imports from the United States, and provides an international tour, from the harvesting of grains and hops, to the brewery, to pubs and bars that serve great beer in every corner of the world. Detailed coverage is provided of brewing techniques and ingredients, with authoritative tasting notes, a gazetteer and a glossary of terms.
Illustrated with more than 200 full colour photographs, this is the ultimate beer book.