Brewing Britain by Andy Hamilton
Posted: Tue Nov 19, 2013 5:59 pm
Brewing Britain – The Quest for the Perfect Pint
Andy Hamilton
This book is a cracking good read for anyone interested in beer. Andy Hamilton displays his expert knowledge of beer and brewing, with here and there a touch of earthy humour and witty banter, making this book fun as well as informative.
While it focuses on British styles, there is plenty of information on continental beers, and also references to the American brewing scene.
The book has sections aimed at both the drinker (with a couple of hangover cures thrown in) and the brewer and while the practicalities of the brewing process are not discussed in as much detail as some dedicated brewing books, there are extensive guides on malt and hop varieties as well as information on yeast, water treatment etc which make this book a worthwhile addition to any brewer’s library. There’s even a section on growing your own ingredients!
The largest section of the book is devoted to beer styles, including just about every British and many continental styles. You get a definition and description of each style together with best commercial examples and sample recipes for grain and extract brewers. Kit brewers get tips on the best available kits for the style.
When I tell you that some of the example recipes have been supplied by the likes of Orfy, Rob (The Malt Miller), our very own PDTNC, Greg (from Brew UK) and Tom Evans, you’ll get an idea of the quality of information you can expect from this well-researched book.
Andy Hamilton
This book is a cracking good read for anyone interested in beer. Andy Hamilton displays his expert knowledge of beer and brewing, with here and there a touch of earthy humour and witty banter, making this book fun as well as informative.
While it focuses on British styles, there is plenty of information on continental beers, and also references to the American brewing scene.
The book has sections aimed at both the drinker (with a couple of hangover cures thrown in) and the brewer and while the practicalities of the brewing process are not discussed in as much detail as some dedicated brewing books, there are extensive guides on malt and hop varieties as well as information on yeast, water treatment etc which make this book a worthwhile addition to any brewer’s library. There’s even a section on growing your own ingredients!
The largest section of the book is devoted to beer styles, including just about every British and many continental styles. You get a definition and description of each style together with best commercial examples and sample recipes for grain and extract brewers. Kit brewers get tips on the best available kits for the style.
When I tell you that some of the example recipes have been supplied by the likes of Orfy, Rob (The Malt Miller), our very own PDTNC, Greg (from Brew UK) and Tom Evans, you’ll get an idea of the quality of information you can expect from this well-researched book.
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