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The Book of Hops

A Craft Beer Lover's Guide to Hoppiness

A Craft Beer Lover's Guide to Hoppiness

A Craft Beer Lover's Guide to Hoppiness

By Dan DiSorbo
Photographs by Erik Christiansen

By Dan DiSorbo
Photographs by Erik Christiansen

By Dan DiSorbo
Photographs by Erik Christiansen

By Dan DiSorbo
Photographs by Erik Christiansen

By Dan DiSorbo
Read by Joanna Carpenter and Adam Zuniga

By Dan DiSorbo
Read by Joanna Carpenter and Adam Zuniga

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May 31, 2022 | ISBN 9781984860040

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May 31, 2022 | 332 Minutes

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    About The Book of Hops

    The first fully illustrated guidebook for craft beer drinkers, pairing hyper-detailed photography with profiles of 50 of today’s most popular hop varieties.

    Hops are the most important ingredient in the beer we love, offering a spectrum of distinct aromas, flavors, and bitterness. Whether it’s a floral Cascade, spicy Saaz, juicy Citra, or a combination of different varieties, hop character has become the driving force behind craft brewing. The Book of Hops profiles fifty of the most sought-after hops from around the world, with intricate photography and notes on taste, composition, use, and origin, plus examples of the wonderful beers that showcase them.

    With contributions from today’s most important brewers and growers; a handy primer that breaks down the science, story, and production of beer; and hand-picked craft beer recommendations throughout, this fully illustrated guidebook is all you need to discover and fully savor your next favorite brew.

    About The Book of Hops

    The first fully illustrated guidebook for craft beer drinkers, pairing hyper-detailed photography with profiles of 50 of today’s most popular hop varieties.

    Hops are the most important ingredient in the beer we love, offering a spectrum of distinct aromas, flavors, and bitterness. Whether it’s a floral Cascade, spicy Saaz, juicy Citra, or a combination of different varieties, hop character has become the driving force behind craft brewing. The Book of Hops profiles fifty of the most sought-after hops from around the world, with intricate photography and notes on taste, composition, use, and origin, plus examples of the wonderful beers that showcase them.

    With contributions from today’s most important brewers and growers; a handy primer that breaks down the science, story, and production of beer; and hand-picked craft beer recommendations throughout, this fully illustrated guidebook is all you need to discover and fully savor your next favorite brew.

    About The Book of Hops

    The first fully illustrated guidebook for craft beer drinkers, pairing hyper-detailed photography with profiles of fifty of today’s most sought-after hop varieties.

    Hops are beer’s most important ingredient, offering a spectrum of distinct aromas, flavors, and bitterness to all the tasty brews we enjoy. With delicious varieties like the floral Cascade, bitter Galena, tropical Galaxy, or juicy Citra, this heavily illustrated and deeply researched guidebook helps you navigate this ever-expanding field of choices with craft beer aficionado Dan DiSorbo and renowned macrophotographer Erik Christiansen.

    The Book of Hops profiles fifty of the most popular and important hops from around the world with notes on taste, composition, use, origin, history, and associated beer styles. A handy primer section explains the science, story, and production of beer using text, illustrations, and infographics, including a breakdown of key ingredients, the brewing process, and even the right glass for the right beer. The book also describes twenty key beer styles, from Pale Ales and Pilsners to Imperial Stouts and New England IPAs, with a brief history and summary of each style’s taste profile.
     
    With hundreds of hand-picked craft beer recommendations throughout, this book is all you need to choose your next favorite brew.

    *Includes a downloadable PDF of charts of hops, beer styles, craft beer lingo, and other key visuals from the book for understanding hops and the brewing process

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    About Dan DiSorbo

    Dan DiSorbo is a principal at PB&J Design, an award-winning brand design agency, and author and illustrator of several bestselling books. He was also cofounder of a successful Connecticut craft brewery and has won numerous competitions in the craft beer… More about Dan DiSorbo

    About Dan DiSorbo

    Dan DiSorbo is a principal at PB&J Design, an award-winning brand design agency, and author and illustrator of several bestselling books. He was also cofounder of a successful Connecticut craft brewery and has won numerous competitions in the craft beer… More about Dan DiSorbo

    About Dan DiSorbo

    Dan DiSorbo is a principal at PB&J Design, an award-winning brand design agency, and author and illustrator of several bestselling books. He was also cofounder of a successful Connecticut craft brewery and has won numerous competitions in the craft beer… More about Dan DiSorbo

    Product Details

    Category: Wine & Beverage | Photography | Cooking Methods

    Hardcover | $27.50
    Published by Ten Speed Press
    May 31, 2022 | 256 Pages | 7-1/2 x 9 | ISBN 9781984860040

    Category: Wine & Beverage | Photography | Cooking Methods

    Ebook | $9.99
    Published by Ten Speed Press
    May 31, 2022 | 256 Pages | ISBN 9781984860057

    Category: Wine & Beverage | Photography | Cooking Methods | Audiobooks

    Audiobook Download | $17.50
    Published by Random House Audio
    May 31, 2022 | 332 Minutes | ISBN 9780593631935
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