This beginner's introduction to home brewing is not for the beer geeks, the brewing technicians, the persnickety, or the obsessive compulsive worrier. This book is for the person who wants a relaxing, easy introduction to one of the better hobbies on the planet. Maybe your spouse just bought you a brewing kit and you want to learn a little more about this home brewing thing. Or maybe you're just curious. If so, this is the book for you. There are a lot of details in brewing and sometimes it can get overwhelming. Beginning brewers often say they worry they're not worrying about the right things. That's why they need this book. The general rule is -- don't worry. There are a few things you need to pay attention to, but by all means, chill. Home brewing ingredients are so good these days that if you're moderately careful you can make really good beer at home. Without worrying. If you're ready to be chill and try your hand at home brewing -- without sweating all the little details -- then this little book should help. This short introduction might be enough to slake your curiosity, give you the details you need to brew at a level you're comfortable with and start you on a life-long hobby. The author started brewing in 1987, and for about the next 20 years stuck with a pretty simple, basic method. It worked well enough to make some pretty good beer -- with some notable exceptions Eventually the author took the plunge into all-grain brewing, but he still tries to keep that "relax, don't worry" ethic.

This book is guaranteed to answer all your questions about home brewing - complete in full color If you are just getting started, Randy Frank can help you. He goes over the history of home brewing, brewing equipment, clubs and laws by country, step by step processes such as extract beer brewing, partial mash, as well as all-grain beer brewing, cost and sanitation considerations, home brew kits, as well as "BIAB" - which stands for "brew in a bag" (aka "BIAB") - perfect for apartment dwellers looking to try home brewing. It's all covered here in a concise, synthesized, easy to read format This book contains everything you need to confidently get started with the most up-to-date methods and information.

This book is thoroughly recommended for inclusion on the bookshelf of the home-brewing enthusiast. An expert on the subject writes a comprehensive guide to the cooling process. This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.

Your search for a book that shows you how to brew beer is over "Great Beginner's book The problem solving section at the very back is a God send for noobs Easy read and will continue to be very useful as a reference guide." "This is an excellent beer brewing book for anyone who wants to brew beer at home but never has. In the kits you buy at the stores they don't give you half of the items you need or even how to start instructions of any kind. The author fills in all the blanks in an easy and understandable way to the novice. I would recommend this to any one looking for a good strong starting point. Quick and easy read too, not too complicated or technical." "Great for the first time brewer The book covers the basics of a simple brew. Once you have this down, it makes it easy to move on to more recipes." Brewing beer is simple, but one tiny mistake could destroy your entire five gallon batch. That is over 50 beers Do you want to waste your time and money? Do you want to throw away five gallons of beer? This book will teach you how to avoid making all the common mistakes that first time brewers make all the time. Don't start your first batch of homebrew with out it Brewing beer is a completely natural process. If you can boil water, then you can learn how to brew beer at home. It is simple and affordable. Somewhere in the grand scheme of things, we were supposed to brew beer, not drink this watered down stuff that is in the store today. We were supposed to brew that full bodied, thick rich beer that can only be made at home. This is a homebrew guide for anyone that is thinking about brewing beer for the very first time. This guide will tell you everything you need to learn how to brew beer at home. It is loaded with dozens of pictures to guide you during the entire process. Get ready to brew the best beer that you have ever tasted

Using 27 BLACK and WHITE, high-definition images discover what equipment you need and why you need certain items for the art of home brewing. This short but comprehensive guide to home brewing equipment clearly explains the best techniques for home brewing. Clear and detailed for the novice but thorough enough to earn a home in the libraries of experienced brewmasters, this is an essential counter-top guide to brewing great-tasting beer at home. This counter-top is a hands-on guide, which walks you through each step of the brewing process. It fills you in on home brewing basics with a comprehensive equipment list; instructions on keeping your hardware clean and sanitized; and descriptions of essential beer ingredients and their roles in the brewing process

Your bar tab doesn't have to break the bank. Learn how to grow, forage, and brew your way to good spirits with the same amount of helpful facts and fun that stirred the moonshine craze
A single cocktail can cost you $15 in a bar or restaurant. But home brewer and self-sufficiency expert Andy Hamilton can show you how easy and economical it can be to make simple hop brews, exquisite wines, and delicious infused spirits--all from easily grown or foraged ingredients. "Booze for Free" shares a wealth of valuable information, including:
- Home-brewing 101
- How to turn your garden into a drinker's paradise
- Where and how to forage with success
- How to make more than 100 delicious drinks to your preferred taste and strength--quickly, cheaply and with minimum fuss
- And more
For readers who love THE DRUNKEN BOTANIST, a guide to making delicious (and inexpensive ) beverages at home.

Why do hops give off the flavor and aroma that they do? "Because" is not the answer. They vary in Alpha Acids, Beta Acids, Myrcene and a host of other oils and acids. Where they are grown even matters. This book covers over 100 individual hops and breaks them down piece-by-piece so you can properly craft your next homebrew. It also gives you information on what to expect regarding flavor and aroma. The Author owns a brewpub and was constantly getting asked about the hops in his beer and how he got it to taste like that. After months of leafing through sales brochures, researching hop farmers, and experimenting himself, he puts all of that "hopped up" knowledge into one source - in an easy to access manner specifically for the homebrewer in all of us.

This book is thoroughly recommended for inclusion on the bookshelf of the home-brewing enthusiast. It contains a selection of articles by experts in the field of brewing on the malting process. This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.

This book is thoroughly recommended for inclusion on the bookshelf of the home-brewing enthusiast. An expert on the subject writes a comprehensive guide to the mashing and sparging processes. This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.

A book containing a wealth of information, recipes and anecdote about home-brewing. Contents Include: Domestic Liquors, Liqueurs, Vegetable Wines, Home-made Wines, Cider-Making.

"The Italian word for Chutzpah is audacia, but it might as well be Sam Calagione." --Forbes magazine

"Let one of the beer industry's most irrepressible brewers lead you to extremes in your kitchen. Do try this at home--you'll be glad you did." --Michael Jackson, The Beer Hunter, author of World Guide to Beer

"Should inspire nonbrewing beer fans to start brewing and homebrewers or commercial brewers to push the envelope a bit." --Northwest Brewing News

"Extreme Brewing is not just about radical brewing, it is about appreciating and living great beers." --Ale Street News

"Finish Extreme Brewing and you will be a better-informed homebrewer than most amateurs are." --Mid-Atlantic Brewing News

Sam Calagione's authoritative primer Extreme Brewing, long required reading for any serious homebrewer, is now revised and expanded. Inside this deluxe edition, you'll find:

--Recipes for homemade beers that are among the most exciting and exotic today: Double IPA, Punkin' Porter, Belgian Brown Ale, and more than 30 other unique concoctions

--14 additional recipes that are new to this edition, including the Coffee & Cream Stout and the Smokin' Cherry Bomb

--Step-by-step instructions and insider tips for making recipes that expand the definition of great beer

--Tips on presentation and food pairings, recipes for beer-infused dishes, and fun ideas for beer-themed dinners that let you share your creations with family and friends

Kvass is a traditional Russian drink made from Bread and has been around for over 1,000 years. At one point in Russian history it was believed that Kvass was consumed more than water Even with that being the case, millions of people worldwide have never tried the drink. For that manner the majority of people have never heard of Kvass. This book includes a history of kvass and why it was made, as well as the wonderful health benefits you receive from making your own kvass at home You'll also find dozens of easy to follow recipes that you can make easily in the comfort of your own home. The book is a breezy 65 pages but is easily the best resource for Kvass information and recipes you will find.

Release II - Newly Updated with additional information. Do you want to make your beer outstanding? Be resourceful and know what ingredients work best together. This book is for you. From Home brewers to Master brewers, This book will lend a hand to everyone, no matter what skill level.. Sensational beer enjoying and brewing is attainable when you know what ingredients work best together. This book will detail how key ingredients impact color and flavor. Be confident and adventurous in your homebrew and beer understanding. Be generous with your beer with your friends after you've made a wonderful, bold, and admired beer. You will be admired and asked for more of your splendid brew. Enhancing your beer is accomplished by knowing what ingredients will complete your ideal beer. With Beer and Ingredients book, you can be confident and courageous when make your homebrew beer.

This book will take you back to the basic elements of brewing beer. It will show you how to do all-grain home brewing utilizing raw barley, and homegrown hops. It will give instruction on how to make brewing ingredients, what equipment is needed, and how to make beer-making equipment.

This book is thoroughly recommended for inclusion on the bookshelf of the home-brewing enthusiast. Two expert on the subject each write a comprehensive account of the Scottish brewing process. This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.