Become fluent in the universal language of beer
Beer For Dummies is your companion as you explore the wide world of the third most-consumed beverage globally. Learn to recognize the characteristics of ales, lagers, and other beer styles. Perfect beer-and-food pairings. And embark on the ultimate beer tour, Dummies-style! Whether you're a beer novice or a brewery regular, there’s always something new to learn. We’ll help you pick the right beer for any occasion, understand why beers taste the way they do, and give you a handy reference to their strengths and ideal serving temperatures. This updated edition takes you a journey around the world of new beers—hazy-juicy in the U.S., Italian grape ale, Brazilian Catarina sour. You’ll also get up to date on the latest beer review apps and how the internet is shaping and reshaping beerdom. Cheers!
Make an informed choice when selecting a beer and pairing with food Learn the fascinating process of brewing the different types of beer Discover world beer culture and new beer innovations Heighten your enjoyment of the subtleties of craft beer
This book is an excellent resource for aiding your understanding, purchasing, drinking, and enjoyment of beer.
By:
Marty Nachel
Contributions by:
Steve Ettlinger
Imprint: For Dummies
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: 3rd edition
Dimensions:
Height: 231mm,
Width: 185mm,
Spine: 25mm
Weight: 499g
ISBN: 9781394159116
ISBN 10: 1394159110
Pages: 384
Publication Date: 07 February 2023
Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Introduction 1 Part 1: Getting a Taste of Beer 5 Chapter 1: Drink Up! Beginning with Beer Basics 7 Chapter 2: From the Sublime to the Ridiculous: Beer Ingredients 17 Chapter 3: A Little Brew Magic: Understanding How Beer Is Made 25 Part 2: Taking a Look at Beer Styles — Old, New, and Revived, Too 35 Chapter 4: Getting to Know the Mother Beer Categories: Ales, Lagers, and More 37 Chapter 5: Investigating “Real” Ale 61 Chapter 6: Exploring Barrel-Aged and Wood-Aged Beer 73 Chapter 7: Acid Trips: In Search of Sour Beer 85 Chapter 8: Checking Out Organic, Gluten-Free, and Kosher Beer 93 Chapter 9: Is Beer Going to Pot? Hemp Beer, CBD Beer, and THC Beer 105 Part 3: Buying and Enjoying Beer 113 Chapter 10: The Better Way to Buy Beer 115 Chapter 11: Looking at Label Lunacy and Marketing Mayhem 127 Chapter 12: Serving Beer 135 Chapter 13: Making Your Buds Wiser: Tasting and Evaluating Beer 149 Chapter 14: Dining with Beer 163 Chapter 15: Cooking with Beer 173 Part 4: Exploring Beer Around the World and at Home 189 Chapter 16: Who Really Owns Which Brands? 191 Chapter 17: Sampling Beer in North America 201 Chapter 18: Trying Beer Around the World 219 Chapter 19: Embarking on Beer Travel and Tours 239 Chapter 20: Brewing Beer at Home 253 Chapter 21: Beer in the Digital World 285 Part 5: The Part of Tens 293 Chapter 22: Ten Ways to Grow Your Appreciation of Beer 295 Chapter 23: The Ten Best Beer Cities in the World (And a Few Extras) 303 Chapter 24: The Ten Best Beer Festivals in the World 311 Chapter 25: The Ten Most Important Beer Competitions in the World 319 Part 6: Appendixes 327 Appendix A: A Quick Guide to Beer Styles and Stats 329 Appendix B: A Short History of Beer (For the True Beer Nut) 339 Index 351
Marty Nachel is a longtime beer writer, professional beer judge, and beer educator. He has been a contributor to various national and regional print and online beer and food publications. Steve Ettlinger is the author of 9 books, most of which are about food and food-related subjects.
