In Prost! author Horst Dornbusch has extracted from his vast knowledge of German history and beer all of its best parts, and mixed into a fine brew. 141 b/w illustrations and photos, 1 table
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"Prost! is perhaps the only work in English that details how the political, economic, and social history of Germany are inextricably linked to its brewing history and culture. . . . Finally, there is an accurate, comprehensive overview of the history of beer and brewing in Germany that obviates the need to pore over volumes of dry history books, each of which may contain as little as one or two relevant bits about brewing."--From the Foreword by Eric Warner, Owner of Tabernash Brewing Company.
Horst Dornbusch introduces you to the glorious world of German beer. Nowhere has the history of beer been so intimately intertwined with the political, religious, and cultural history of the land and its people as in Germany.
Trace the 3,000-year-old story of German beer from its turbid beginnings among tribal bands in the forests to the crisp, clean gems we drink today. Discover German beer's subtle secrets--find out what makes it special and sets it apart. Learn why Germany is arguably the greatest beer culture in the world. Examine the ingredients that go into authentic German beers and follow the processes that make these beers.
About the Author
Horst Dornbusch is the founder of Dornbusch Brewing Company in Gloucester, Massachusetts. Born and raised in Dusseldorf, Dornbusch is as authentic as his subject, with German beer his lifelong passion.
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I purchased this book because of my love for all types of beer. I have always been fascinated by the stories behind German beers. I had never realized, until I read this book, how each individual style evolved on its own and the politics behind it. I have purchased three additional copies of "Prost" to give as gifts to my friends who truly appreciate a great beers and the stories behind them. The author is both technically and intellectually competent, and surprisingly well written for someone whose native language is German. I would like to have, if given the opportunity, the pleasure of meeting him and meeting him and autographing my book.
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Most informative book ever on the history of German beer.
April 3 1999
By A Customer
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Format:Paperback
I purchased this book because of my love for all types of beer. I have always been fascinated by the stories behind German beers. I had never realized, until I read this book, how each individual style evolved on its own and the politics behind it. I have purchased three additional copies of "Prost" to give as gifts to my friends who truly appreciate a great beers and the stories behind them. The author is both technically and intellectually competent, and surprisingly well written for someone whose native language is German. I would like to have, if given the opportunity, the pleasure of meeting him and meeting him and autographing my book.
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Pass the beer
Oct 6 2011
By Christopher P. Obert
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Format:Paperback
I found this book to be very fascinating. I am not a big beer drinker myself but I found the history and information in this book to be interesting. First I did not know that beer and European history were so intertwined. I also did not know much about the brewing of beer or what the difference was between ale and lager. Now that I have read this book I am more interested in trying to find the right beer for me. I look forward to reading more of Horst's books.
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Money Equals Beer!
Jan 26 2013
By petesea
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Format:Paperback
For me, this is a fascinating subject matter that is covered in great detail and is very thorough. I do feel that the book could be better organized though. My favorite, little known, detail is that the Egyptians called their beer "kash" which our term "cash" derives from - money equals beer!
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