A journey in words and pictures from ancient times to the modern day. It has been said, and often repeated by Lorenzo "Kuaska" Dabove, one of the world's great experts, that "beer does not exist - but beers do." This book the story of a drink that is as old as mankind. The ingredients and methods for making beer are discussed. These have not, for the most part, changed in centuries. The ten different types of beer which are used in the principle beer making traditions around the world are developed using detailed profiles ...
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A journey in words and pictures from ancient times to the modern day. It has been said, and often repeated by Lorenzo "Kuaska" Dabove, one of the world's great experts, that "beer does not exist - but beers do." This book the story of a drink that is as old as mankind. The ingredients and methods for making beer are discussed. These have not, for the most part, changed in centuries. The ten different types of beer which are used in the principle beer making traditions around the world are developed using detailed profiles and attractive photographs. Thanks to these splendid images, the reader will be able to understand the subtle shades that distinguish the different families and the various traditions, and learn the characteristics of each one. The book reveals many trade secrets and recommends beers that are unknown to most people: salty, smoky, true to medieval recipes, and those recently created by daring independent brewers. Whether you are an enthusiast or simply curious to know more, this book is for you. AUTHOR: Fabio Petroni currently lives and works in Milan. Over the years he has photographed leading celebrities in the fields of Italian culture, medicine and economics. He works with main advertising agencies and has authored numerous campaigns for prestigious, internationally renowned companies and firms. He personally handles the photographic publications of some important Italian trademarks. Pietro Fontanais is married to a teetotaller! Apart from producing sought-after beers, he organises introductory courses to home brewing and tastings of quality beers. In 2014, he extended his brewery, adding a new production area and a brewpub (the first in the city), enabling the large numbers of enthusiasts to try his beers in the best way. 220 colour photographs
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Good. Unused. Mild shelf wear, with small split top front board, and light scuff/dent to outer page edge. Contents clear and unread. 272 p. 220 colour photographs.
