Book Review - Ambitious Brew by Maureen Ogle

An interesting book. A little dry at times but there are very interesting facts about the US's brewing history. There's even some great looks into the politics of the past and how beer held an important roll in the shaping of our country.
It also has some insight into why the US is stuck on Budweiser. Adolphus Busch and company created it for the US not to be the cheap flavorless lager it is today but a light low alcohol beverage for the "capitalist on the go". It actually cost a lot more to make it at the time. I'm happy we Americans are slowing down a bit and enjoying our food and beer.

Book Review - Yeast The Practical Guide to Beer Fermentation by Chris White with Jamil Zainasheff

If you're interested in how wort is turned into beer and how a tiny  molecule called Saccharomyces cerevisiae and S.carlsbergensis can turn that sugar water into the flavorful creation from the gods than this will be a great read. Without getting too technical Chris and Jamil explain the history, care, biology, and growth of brewers yeast. From making the perfect starter to reusing the same strain, to pro-brewing labs this book makes a great opener into the realm of that magical molecule.

Book Review - Brewing Up a Business by Sam Calgione

 Ah to dream. Seems as though Sam hit it at the right time and moment. It's not a book about how to start brewing or a brewpub but a book about how HE started and his trials. Trials and tribulations, humorous and inspirational this is a good read for almost any entrepreneur.

A good read but nothing about actually brewing beer.

Book Review - Tasting Beer: An Insider's Guide to the World's Greatest Drink by Randy Mosher

Great book for everyone interested in beer culture, tasting, and history. Randy hits each subject with passion and manages to get very detailed without losing the interest of the reader. From the introduction of hops to the reason I cringe when someone hands me a frosted "shaker pint" with beer in it. I could barley (intended) keep this book closed.
I highly recommend this book to anyone who is interested in getting away from the typical beers that have been offered over the past 60 years.