The Beer Geek Handbook: Living a Life Ruled by Beer

The Beer Geek Handbook is a guide for people deeply invested in beer culture. It addresses those who are sought out for beer recommendations, understand brewing techniques like turbid and single infusion mash, carry specialized glassware while traveling, or make significant financial sacrifices to acquire rare beers like vintage Cantillon gueuze. Patrick Dawson covers practical and cultural aspects of beer enthusiasm, including the Ten Beer Geek Commandments and the Beer Geek Hall of Fame. The book provides advice on beverage selection, drinking locations and methods, correcting bartenders tactfully, sourcing specialty beer merchandise, conducting proper beer tastings, and planning beer-focused vacations. It includes quizzes to assess your level of beer geekery and features witty illustrations by Greg Kletsel.