Ultimate Beer

Michael Jackson, the world’s foremost authority on beer, treats his subject with the reverence generally associated with fine wines. And why not? In Ultimate Beer, Jackson shows that beer, like wine, is best enjoyed when served at the right time, in the right conditions, and with the right dish. Ultimate Beer is an exhaustive, beautiful and entertaining trip through the world’s finest brews complete with recipes, and food and beer pairings. After a concise overview of brewing ingredients and processes, Jackson explores a myriad of beers from every corner of the brewing world. Appreciate the flavors and ingredients of beer, from the sharp, hoppy bite of an India Pale Ale to the rich, sweet malt of a German double bock. His suggestions are organized by the situation in which they might best be from summer sippers to winter warmers, aperitifs to nightcaps. Engaging photography of each beer and its packaging accompanies Jackson’s tasting notes, brief technical brewing information, and product-specific trivia. Jackson continues with chapters on matching beers to dishes, and follows that up with a brief guide to cooking with beer. Learn to serve beers to complement a wide range of foods, from red and white meats, shellfish, and vegetarian food. What makes a great beer? Why do beers taste the way they do? For any beer style, which are the best brews available? And which beers do you drink to accompany which foods? When you have shared Michael Jackson’s insights into the vast range of brews now available, you’ll never just ask for “a beer” again.