Master Cicerone® Rich Higgins introduces us to the delights on offer in the chapters that follow
Find out how to use this book and take a brief look at the history of beer and how it’s brewed
An exploration of traditional classic beer styles from Belgium, Germany, and the UK
A focus on New World styles based on the hoppy ales of the US—IPAs, sour ales, and imperial stouts
All you need to know about hops—explore six geographic regions where hops are grown today
The brains behind the beer—learn about malt, barley, and other grains, plus a look at gluten-free beer
Get the best from your beer with tips from how to purchase the freshest beer to how to store, serve, and taste it
Which foods pair best with beer, and which don’t mix at all? Plus some tasty beer recipes to try
Discover label artwork—one of the most important aspects of selling beer in an increasingly crowded maketplace
Three fun-filled beer trips around the world, with recommendations on the best breweries to visit
Sticker Illustrations: Tyler Gross