Microbrewing Science

Dr. Christopher L. Brown's Microbrewing Science (2nd Edition) takes the seemingly daunting task of home-brewing and provides a step-by-step, process-oriented approach with an attention to detail that will have readers learning how to make their own beer. The culture of healthy yeast populations is essential for good brewing, and aquaculture methods and monitoring approaches are explained for those wishing to brew excellent beer. By emphasizing a focused range of beer types, Brown instructs readers on how to maximize the quality of their home-brewing efforts and achieve reproducible results.

The costs associated with microbrewing can add up and whether readers seek to invest heavily in equipment or pursue a more modest approach, Brown's Microbrewing Science (2nd Edition) lays out methods for all price ranges. Brown explains how to use advanced, specialized brewing equipment for advanced brewers as well as how to use common household items to streamline the brewing process for...