The Complete Handbook of Beers and Brewing: The Beer Lover's Guide to the World

This comprehensive and authoritative guide will satisfy the thirst of every beer lover who wants to know where their favorite brews come from. A comprehensive catalogue, broken down by region, takes you on an exhaustive, globetrotting tour through the world's brews. Learn fascinating facts about hundreds of individual beers and the breweries that make them. Explore the different styles and flavors: hoppy bitters, pale and mild ales, dark lagers, Pilsner and fruit beers. Unveil the secrets of storing, serving and tasting beer; or which beers best complement different meals. There are even recipes for beery cocktails and beer-drenched food.