Short description
The popularity of this ancient beverage is worldwide and this new edition of Homebrewing For Dummies features new material with the emphasis on brewing methods, technology, equipment and environmentally friendly brewing techniques. This book is for those readers looking for an easy to use guide to the rewarding hobby of beer brewing.
Long description
Want to become your own brewmeister? Homebrewing For Dummies, 2nd Edition, gives you easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions for everything from making your first kit beer to brewing an entire batch from scratch. Before you know it, you'll be boiling, bottling, storing, pouring, and kegging your own frothy, delicious suds. This friendly, hands-on guide walks you through each step in the brewing process at the beginning, intermediate, and advanced levels. It fills you in on all the homebrewing basics with a comprehensive equipment list; instructions on keeping your hardware clean and sanitized; and loving descriptions of the essential beer ingredients, their roles in the brewing process, and how to select the best ingredients for you beer. You'll also find out about additional ingredients and additives you can use to give your homebrew distinctive flavors, textures, and aromas. Discover how to:* Set up your home brewery* Select the best ingredients and flavorings* Create your own lager, ale, and specialty beers* Try your hand at cider, and even meade* Brew gluten-free beer* Package your beer in bottles and kegs* Evaluate your beer and troubleshoot problems* Take part in homebrewing competitions* Become an eco-friendly brewer Homebrewing For Dummies, 2nd Edition is fully updated with the latest brewing techniques and technologies and features more than 100 winning recipes that will have your friends and neighbors singing your praises and coming back for more.