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Beer for Dummies - (For Dummies) 2nd Edition by Marty Nachel (Paperback)

Beer for Dummies - (For Dummies) 2nd Edition by  Marty Nachel (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>The fun and friendly guide to all things beer. This guide will help you educate your palate-- from recognizing the characteristics of ales, lagers, and other beer styles to understanding now to taste and evaluate beer--<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><b>The fun and friendly guide to all things beer</b> <p>Beer has always been one of the world's most popular beverages; but recently, people have embraced the rich complexities of beer's many varieties. Now, with <i>Beer For Dummies</i> you can quickly and enjoyably educate your palate--from recognizing the characteristics of ales, lagers, and other beer styles to understanding how to taste and evaluate beer.</p> <p>The author, a beer connoisseur, shares his own expertise on this subject, revealing his picks for the best beer festivals, tastings, and events around the world as well as his simple tips for pouring, storing, and drinking beer like an expert brewmeister.</p> <ul> <li>New coverage on the various styles of beer found around the world including: real ale, barrel aged/wood aged beer, organic brews, and extreme beer</li> <li>Updated profiles on the flavor and body of each beer, explaining why beers taste the way they do, as well as their strengths and ideal serving temperatures</li> <li>How to spot the best beers by looking at the bottle, label, and a properly poured beer in its ideal glass</li> <li>The essentials on beer-and-food pairings and the best ways to introduce beer into your cooking repertoire</li> </ul> <p>From information on ingredients like hops, malt, and barley to the differences between lagers and ales, this friendly guide gives you all the information you need to select and appreciate your next brew.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> From the Back Cover </b></p></br></br><b>The fun and friendly guide to all things beer</b> <p>Whether you're new to beer or an enthusiast eager to get "hopped" up on all things related to the brew, <i>Beer For Dummies</i> helps you quickly educate your palate -- from recognizing the characteristics of ales, lagers, and other beer styles to understanding how to taste and evaluate beer. Plus, you'll discover the best beer events around the world, as well as simple tips for buying and serving beer like a connoisseur.</p> <ul> <li> <p>The "suds" and bolts of beer -- gain an understanding and appreciation of beer in its many forms, get to know the ingredients used to make it, and grasp how it's brewed</p> </li> <li> <p>Tap into expert beer knowledge -- get the 411 on ales versus lagers, explore barrel-aged and wood-aged beer, and take a look at specialty and extreme beers</p> </li> <li> <p>Roll out the barrels -- cut through mysterious label lingo, decode beer-tasting jargon, and get the know-how to buy and enjoy beer with confidence</p> </li> <li> <p>Pour it on -- find out the right temperature to serve beer, how to choose the proper glassware, and tips for pouring like a pro</p> </li> <li> <p>Ready, set, brew! -- get step-by-step instructions on brewing your very own batch of beer at home with a simple kit</p> </li> </ul> <p><b>Open the book and find: </b></p> <ul> <li> <p>The various styles of beer found around the world</p> </li> <li> <p>Details on the latest and greatest types of beer available</p> </li> <li> <p>Beer tasting and travels in North America, Europe, Asia, and elsewhere</p> </li> <li> <p>Ideal serving temperatures and techniques for different types of beer</p> </li> <li> <p>How to taste and evaluate beer</p> </li> <li> <p>The essentials on beer-and-food pairings</p> </li> <li> <p>Recipes for cooking with beer</p> </li> </ul> <p><b>Learn to: </b></p> <ul> <li> <p>Familiarize yourself with various styles of beer from around the world</p> </li> <li> <p>Grasp the ingredients and processes that brewers use to make beer</p> </li> <li> <p>Buy, serve, and enjoy beer wisely</p> </li> </ul><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><b>Marty Nachel</b> is a beer educator, an award-winning homebrewer, a BJCP Certified Beer Judge, on the panel of professional beer judges at the Great American Beer Festival, and a former beer evaluator at the Beverage Testing Institute. He is also the founder and administrator of the Ale-Conner Beer Certification Program. <p><b>Steve Ettlinger</b> is the author of seven books, most of which are about food and food-related subjects. His most recent is Twinkie, Deconstructed.</p>

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