The world's best beers — from Europe's classics to the latest new-wave microbrew sensations. Finally, a book that treats beer as seriously as wine! This latest volume in the acclaimed 1001 series supplies the connoisseurs' scoop on ferreting out the best among an ever-increasing array of available brews — from exotic foreign beers to the constantly evolving world of American microbrews and homebrews. The book focuses on the world of premium beers — from obscure labels to such traditional yet supremely local brands as Shiner (Austin, Texas), from Czech pilsners to German lagers, Belgian wheat beers, and Trappists ales, not to mention the classic British porters and Irish stouts — every type of beer is covered, making this the "go-to" volume for serious beer lovers.