Beer Lover's Britain (e-book)

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A fascinating introduction to the magic and mystery of beer and pubs in the UK, everything the beer traveller needs to know to make a trip a success. Author: Jeff Evans

‘indispensible for first-time visitors and quite useful even for old UK beer hands’
Stephen Beaumont, Blogging at World of Beer

‘a comprehensive and affordable solution … packed with information about British beer, how best to enjoy it and where to find the best beers that England, Scotland, Wales and even Northern Ireland have to offer’
Jay Brooks, Brookston Beer Bulletin

‘includes all the vital information you’d expect but also addresses the questions you really want answers to’
Stan Hieronymus, Appellation Beer

Planning a trip to the UK? Hoping to enjoy a few beers while you’re there? Let Beer Lover’s Britain hold your hand.

Written by award-winning British beer writer Jeff Evans, this clear, informative e-guide sets the scene perfectly, giving you all the information you need to make the most of your visit.

Learn all about:
The breweries of Britain: how they are organized and the types of beers they brew
The beers of Britain: what you are likely to find and what are the best options, with particular emphasis on cask-conditioned ales
The pubs of Britain: what types of pubs exist and which will suit you best
Britain’s drinking culture: how to order a pint and feel at home in a pub, with laws and conventions explained in simple terms
Other places to buy beer: from style bars and specialist beer stores to restaurants and beer festivals
Getting around: tips and advice on travelling to pubs, with pub and beer recommendations for all parts of the UK

All the nagging questions answered:
Should there be a head on my pint? Is it in the right glass? Is it meant to taste like that? How much does a pint cost? How do I pay the bill? Can I join in the games? Am I allowed to drive after drinking? What can we eat? Can we bring the children in? Is smoking allowed? Can I expect table service? What time does the pub close? Can we stay at a pub? How do we get there?

And many more.

From the structure of the British brewing industry to the finer points of pub etiquette, Beer Lover’s Britain explains it all. Download it now, pack it when you travel and you’ll know exactly what to do to get a decent beer as soon as you land.

First published 2009; fully revised and updated 2010

104 pages

Format: PDF (readable in Adobe Acrobat Reader, Apple Preview and similar programmes: no specialist e-book reader required; printing is allowed)

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