Brewed Awakening Behind the Beers & Brewers Leading the Worlds Craft Beer Revolution

Fine wine has always had its expert guides to taste and terroir. Why not beer? Funky, young, and smart, this is the ultimate beer geek's companion, covering everything from the homebrew renaissance to nanobreweries to many of America's preeminent beer events and festivals.and#160;There's a revolution brewing among craft beer makers: They're reviving long-forgotten recipes, dosing brews with wild yeasts to create new flavors, and using organic grains and hops to forge a delicious new frontier of beer. And no one's better equipped to tell us what's happening than Joshua M. Bernstein, former Gourmet.com writer and one of the world's foremost beer experts.and#160; He covers all of today's top trends, including high-alcohol, bourbon barrel-aged, cask-conditioned, and even gluten-free beers.and#160;Designed to look just like Joshua's notebook and featuring labels and photos, this extreme guide is a one-stop shop for cutting-edge beer technology, taste, and information.

Praise for Brewed Awakening:

and#8220;Joshua M. Bernstein's Brewed Awakening shines a spotlight on the variety, ingenuity, and innovation that is alive and well in the beer community. Over the past decade, the collective renaissance of beer and brewing has proven that this is the best time in history to be a beer drinker. Brewed Awakening is a great look behind the curtain of the beers that are making this revolution so great.and#8221; and#8212;Ken Grossman, Founder, Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.

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and#8220;Brewed Awakening does an excellent job of immersing the reader right into the heart of what craft beer is all about. Hardcore beer geeks and newcomers to the craft beer revolution alike will find a wealth of fascinating, and fascinatingly cool, information on every page.and#8221; and#8212;Greg Koch, CEO and cofounder, Stone Brewing Co.

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and#8220;Brewed Awakening has something for every beer lover, but I think it is most ideal for upping the beer IQ of those just entering our ranks. It demystifies the brewing process and the international craft brewing movement.and#8221; and#8212;Sam Calagione, president and founder, Dogfish Head Craft Brewery

“The distillation of spirits played an important part in early American history, and in the last ten years, there has been an explosion of new craft distillers and “craft” products. Rodewald, former drinks editor at Gourmet, explores the changes in craft spirits production with profiles of several American distilleries and their colorful personnel. The murky legal limbo of state regulations is a major theme in the book, as is the co-­opting of the craft movement by larger manufacturers—caveat emptor, spirit lovers; many 'small batch' producers are simply relabelers. While recent books exist on historical distilling, and there are tasting guides, there isn’t anything quite like Rodewald’s journalistic look at the current scene. Note that this book is not a how-to guide; in fact, anyone considering the distillation business will think twice after reading about arcane and obstructive regulations, stiff competition, and the need for deep pockets. This volume is best read with something on the rocks; it will make you thirsty. Fortunately, the content includes nine cocktail recipes, as well as a glossary of terms.” —Library Journal

Praise for American Whiskey, Bourbon and Rye

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andquot;A whiskey noviceand#39;s best friend, describing the characteristics of American whiskey, how to taste it, and how it is produced, as well as providing a detailed history of the spirit. The book also includes reviews and photos of more than 200 American whiskeys, their tasting notes, and information on the producers. . and#160;. . Itand#39;s a book I plan on keeping around for constant reference.andquot; andmdash;Saveur

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andquot;Risen deftly combines history and assessment in this informative volume that covers more than 200 of the titular spirits. . . .and#160;This book will delight those interested in learning about the history, traditions, and comparative taste of whiskey, and the gorgeous images will conjure up memories of grandfatherand#39;s old favorites. A fascinating read as well as a valuable reference guide, this work is sure to be a hit, especially in regions where the beverage is gaining popularity.andquot; andmdash;Library Journal (starred review)

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andquot;Anand#160;accessible and useful reference . . .and#160;Risen offers takes on the excellent whiskies, and doesnand#39;t hold back while describing the bad . . . lending authority to his assessment of an overwhelming number of choices. The book will help whiskey lovers single out the good-to-great, but Risen also offer suggestions for lower tier whiskeys like Evan Williams that are perfectly fine for mixed drinks.andquot; andmdash;Publishers Weekly

"Larson's outstanding, illustrated guide will help expert and novice beer drinkers alike find that next crucial beer that's suited to their taste ...and#160;Larson painstakingly profiles over 90 different styles of beer, highlighting each of their peculiarities, flavor profiles, unique qualities, and suggested food pairings, as well as offering three beers to seek out if the style piques the reader's interest. He does a superb job of demystifying the seemingly endless tide of lagers, stouts, pilsners and ales ... U.K.'s Rawshock Design also deserves a pint or two for their terrifically crisp and engaging design." and#8212;Publishers Weekly (starred review)

Craft distilling has exploded in the United States—and James Rodewald, former Drinks Editor for Gourmet magazine, takes an in-depth look at the intrepid characters at the forefront of the liquid revolution. He speaks to the men and women at the heart of this remarkable industry about the challenges they face, the rewards of their hard work, and the delicious spirits they make.

Craft distilling has exploded in the United States in recent years, and this in-depth look at the intrepid characters at the forefront of the liquid revolution will have you rethinking what's in your liquor cabinet—and possibly your career choice. James Rodewald, a veteran journalist who spent more than a decade at Gourmet magazine, most of that time as Drinks Editor, traveled the country talking to the men and women at the heart of this remarkable industry about the challenges they face, the rewards of their hard work, and the delicious spirits they make. Along the way, myths are shattered, phonies are unmasked, and drinks-as well as a few tears-are spilled.

The bible of American whiskeys, bourbons, and ryes is updated! Arranged alphabetically by distillery and then brand, this revised edition features 300 whiskeysandmdash;with nearly 100 new entries. In addition to information on buying and choosing whiskey, every entry includes the makerand#39;s contact details and products, plus a full account of each bottling, including: age, proof, nose, color, body, palate, price, and rating.

With its unique and#8220;Periodic Table of Beerand#8221;and#8212;which organizes 96 styles by key ingredient or country of originand#8212;this guide takes a simple, scientific approach to help drinkers discover new favorites. Just look for your current preferred brews and see what similar styles will please your palate. Diagrams define the "atomic structure" of each beer so you'll understand its specific delights.

A Beer Lover's Guide to More than 250 Craft Beers, Ales, and Lagersand#160;Find new brews to enjoy with the easy-to-use Beer: What to Drink Next. Simply look up whatever you like drinking on the Beer Select-O-Pediaand#8212;a periodic table of beer styles. Ninety different kinds of beer are organized by country of origin, leading you to a color coded chapter full of suggestions of what to drink nextand#8212;Belgian Trappist beer, German lagers, British and Irish ales, all manner of American beers, plus some unique category-busting hybrid creations. Each style includes a brief history, a description, three beers to try, and suggested food pairings; there's even a color diagram defining the beer's and#8220;atomic structureand#8221;and#8212;with tasting notes, fun facts, and recommended breweries.and#8221;

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The bible of American whiskey has been updated. Organized in an A-to-Z directory by distillery, then brand, this second edition features more than 330 whiskeys, including more than 120 new entries. Each section includes a brief history of the maker, along with its location, followed by a full account of each bottling, including details on age, proof, nose, color, body, palate, price, as well as an overall rating. A comprehensive primer provides a short history of the spirit, how itandrsquo;s made, and how to enjoy it, including tips on organizing tasting sessions. Also included are a glossary of terms, a selection of top whiskeys by value and ratings, a handy checklist, and two helpful indexes. With this book, choosing from among the many whiskeys, bourbons, and ryes made in America has never been easier.

Joshua M. Bernstein has written for dozens of magazines, newspapers, and websites, including the New York Times, the New York Daily News, Travel+Leisure.com, Forbes Traveler, New York magazine, and Time Out New York. He has written a column for the New York Press for seven years and is a beer features writer for Imbibe. He is currently the beer columnist for AOL's and#147;Slashfood.and#8221; Brewed Awakening is his first book. He lives in Brooklyn, New York.