Böcker av Roger Protz

Roger Protz explores St Albans' local pubs and brewing heritage in this lavishly illustrated guide.

World's Greatest Beers is the first multi author selection of beers across the globe outside of competitions. - Each beer chosen has been discussed and cross referenced by the authors- The book is also mindful of how accessible these beers are to the consumer - it is a guide to purchase as well as an appreciation.

A lavishly illustrated hardback book celebrating and examining the contribution to British brewing made by its family brewers. They are the often-overlooked flag bearers for real ale and have fascinating stories to tell of the early days of commercial brewing.

- The World Beer Guide will incorporate decades of Roger's beer experience alongside new trends and modern processes- Each region across the globe will be given detailed analysis and information- The book will also explore how the smaller breweries are still competing with the large co-orporations

Roger Protz writes with a discerning and expert eye on the history of coaching inns (including the highwaymen who often concealed themselves there) and the literature that has celebrated them, from Dickens to Priestley. The result is not only a great pub guide but a gazetteer of the history and culture that are draped along this iconic road.

Beer has been made in the small Midland town of Burton-on-Trent for centuries: ale brewed by the monks at Burton Abbey was sent to Mary, Queen of Scots in captivity.