Brewing Britain by Andy Hamilton

[Jim]

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.

[Dave S]

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.

Good tip Jim, thanks. I've been racking my brain for a decent book, (that I haven't already got) for my Xmas wishlist. Maybe this is it.

[ArmChair]

Does anyone know of a good supplier for this book?

[Jim]

Does anyone know of a good supplier for this book?

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[Dave S]

Does anyone know of a good supplier for this book?

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Just what I was going to say

[ArmChair]

Does anyone know of a good supplier for this book?

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Cheers Jim
Fantastic price, and one that will be joining my ever expanding book collection & waist line!

[leedsbrew]

Andy came a did a talk at the Leeds homebrew club erlier in the year. Really nice bloke. I will be getting this book and I encourage anyone into beer to have a look at this and his other publication 'booze for free'

top bloke

LB

[Mr. Dripping]

I've been looking for books to supplement my Christmas list and have ordered a copy after seeing this thread

[Trefoyl]

I was thinking it was a different Andy Hamilton


edit: just found this animated clip http://vimeo.com/18548787