Thomann traces brewing in America from New England and New Netherland, with its early excise laws, through Pennsylvania and the South, the decline of the old ale trade and the rise of German lager. The second part explains how beer is brewed, with chapters on water, ice, steam, hops and barley.
Published by the United States Brewers’ Association before Prohibition, a useful history for brewers and beer enthusiasts. Download the free EPUB.