Brewing Lager Beer: The Most Comprehensive Book for Home - And Microbrewers

This book is for serious brewers. Only intermediate, expert and professional small-scale brewers can appreciate the wealth of information presented in this advanced discussion of the principles of sound brewing. Have you ever questioned why certain brewing procedures - or temperatures or ingredients - produce good-tasting, satisfying beer? Every dedicated brewer has. Now, here are the answers. In Brewing Lager Beer, author Gregory Noonan clearly reveals the scientific facts inherent in brewing ingredients and procedures. Now, you can know exactly what produces high-quality beer, and exactly how you can achieve that every single time you brew. Part 1 examines the fine points of beer ingredients. Then Part 2 guides the brewer through the essential steps of planning and brewing classic lager beers. Appendices include brewing facts and measures. For the first time, decoction mashing is thoroughly discussed in English.