Extreme Brewing An Enthusiast's Guide to Brewing Craft Beer at Home

by Calagione, Sam

• ISBN13: 9780785829065
• ISBN10: 0785829067
• Edition: Reprint
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2012-02-01
• Publisher: Crestline Books

Summary

Extreme Brewingis a must-have book for aspiring home brewers who are interested in making their own specialty beers at home. There is no in-depth science to absorb and all the recipes are easy to follow using malt-syrup based, the simplest brewing method, with variations for partial-grain brewing. Extreme brewing is rooted in the brewing tradition of Belgium with a unique emphasis on hybrid styles that incorporate fruit, vegetables, herbs and spices to create unique flavor combinations. Not only will you learn to make delicious beer, you will also receive guidance on presentation, including corking, bottle selection and labeling. You'll be taught the basics of brewing ingredients and processes-so you'll be equipped to start with the basic knowledge you'll need.

Author Biography

Sam Calagione is the founder and owner of Dogfish Head Craft Brewery (www.dogfish.com) in Milton, Delaware, one of the nation's fastest-growing independent breweries, and Dogfish Head Brewing and Eats in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. His innovative style has earned him a James Beard Award and reputation as one of America's most adventurous brewers; he has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, People, Forbes, Bon Appetit, and many other magazines and newspapers. He lives in Lewes, Delaware.