Altbier: History, Brewing Techniques, Recipes (Classic Beer Style)
"Who says there's no such thing as a German ale? Eat your lederhosen! If  you think the German beer land is just a lager land, think again, jawohl!"--from the prefaceBrewed centuries ago by monks and nuns, this copper-colored, full-bodied ale has a proud  and unbroken brewing tradition dating back to the beginning of civilization. Horst Dornbusch sheds light on the practices of commercial altbier makers, how the  equipment and ingredients used affect its flavor, and how this full-bodied brew became one  of Germany's most beloved beer styles. Recipes are included!Brewers PublicationsClassic Beer StyleSeries is devoted to offering in-depth information  on world-class beer styles by exploring their history, flavor profiles, brewing methods,  recipes, and ingredients.