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The Beer Bible

by Jeff Alworth

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Bottoms up, beer lovers! Announcing a second edition of the ultimate reader- and drinker-friendly guide to the world's ales and beers: The Beer Bible, the book that won an IACP Award, and that John Holl of Beer Edge called "The only book you need to understand the world's most popular beverage."             Now with 25% all-new material, The Beer Bible: Second Edition approaches its subject the same way beer lovers do--by style, just like a pub menu. More than 100 are covered, from pilsners, porters, and stouts to the new and newly popular incarnations of pale ales, the recent return of lagers and helles beers, and Japanese sakes and European farmhouse ales, reflecting how the American craft movement has traveled overseas and returned with some old tricks made new again. It also covers the history, or how we got from Göbekli Tepe to hazy IPA in 12,000 years. You'll find the science and alchemy--malts, phenols, and esters; the curiosity--how to read a Belgian beer label; the tale of two Budweisers; and the pleasure, from how to taste like a brewer to the art of pairing food and beer to the rise of beer tourism. It's like sitting in your favorite pub with a friend who happens to be a world-class expert on beer.       u'll find the science and alchemy--malts, phenols, and esters; the curiosity--how to read a Belgian beer label; the tale of two Budweisers; and the pleasure, from how to taste like a brewer to the art of pairing food and beer to the rise of beer tourism. It's like sitting in your favorite pub with a friend who happens to be a world-class expert on beer.      … (more)
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Title's wrong. Better would be The Beer Encyclopedia. Lots of information here. And lots of unintended humor. "For those used to standard draft Guinness, FES [Foreign Extra Stout] is a shock. It is a huge beer, and rough and thick as a stevedore's neck." Apparently Mr. Alworth's experience with stevedores' necks is limited to the 11 inch circumference ones.

On IPAs, he lists Lagunitas Hop Stoopid (which I've had many times) right next to Heady Topper (which I haven't yet) which is interesting given Heady's mythical reputation for those of us who can't get it. And he lists Odell's 90 Shilling as one of the best Scottish Ales out there. That confused me as I was not impressed with it.

Anyway, he has chops, and opinions, and I got some good leads...

Worth the slow read. ( )
  Razinha | May 23, 2017 |
This book deserves space on your library shelf as it's length approximates that of an authoritative reference. Nevertheless, it is not nearly as lively and interesting as Mosher's "Drinking Beer" and Waller's "Drinkology Beer." If you are interested in a genuinely fun introduction to the study of beer Waller's is the best place to start. ( )
  Tatoosh | Nov 8, 2015 |
4.5 Stars
A truly comprehensive collection of beer knowledge. I've read quite a few books about beer, but this one surpasses most. The sections are divided by beer types and each part provides extensive details about that type's history, process, and notable beers. There's a section at the beginning describing beer basics and general history as well. A part at the end is very helpful. It includes serving/glass suggestions, possible food pairings, and more. Definitely a must-have for those interested in all things beer. I recommend the print copy.

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Bottoms up, beer lovers! Announcing a second edition of the ultimate reader- and drinker-friendly guide to the world's ales and beers: The Beer Bible, the book that won an IACP Award, and that John Holl of Beer Edge called "The only book you need to understand the world's most popular beverage."             Now with 25% all-new material, The Beer Bible: Second Edition approaches its subject the same way beer lovers do--by style, just like a pub menu. More than 100 are covered, from pilsners, porters, and stouts to the new and newly popular incarnations of pale ales, the recent return of lagers and helles beers, and Japanese sakes and European farmhouse ales, reflecting how the American craft movement has traveled overseas and returned with some old tricks made new again. It also covers the history, or how we got from Göbekli Tepe to hazy IPA in 12,000 years. You'll find the science and alchemy--malts, phenols, and esters; the curiosity--how to read a Belgian beer label; the tale of two Budweisers; and the pleasure, from how to taste like a brewer to the art of pairing food and beer to the rise of beer tourism. It's like sitting in your favorite pub with a friend who happens to be a world-class expert on beer.       u'll find the science and alchemy--malts, phenols, and esters; the curiosity--how to read a Belgian beer label; the tale of two Budweisers; and the pleasure, from how to taste like a brewer to the art of pairing food and beer to the rise of beer tourism. It's like sitting in your favorite pub with a friend who happens to be a world-class expert on beer.      

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