An indispensable guide for the beer loverwhere to visit, when to go, what to drink, and everything in between.Finallya beer-centric bucket list! Celebrating beer worldwide, this is a must-have for any beer aficionado. Whether youre planning a pub crawl, a weekend in the country, or a longer vacation, this book is a trove of ideas for the beer lover.As is to be expected, this lively guide to beer-related travel contains a comprehensive list of hundreds of breweries large and smallboth long-standing and freshly mintedthat are open for tours and tastings along with an in-depth look at their different approaches to brewing, philosophies about flavors and ingredients, and what makes their beers special.But this book digs deep into the world of beer and includes a multitude of ideas for exploring the worlds best beer destinations: the Pacific Northwests gleaming modern taprooms; atmospheric English pubs; iconic breweries including San Franciscos Anchor Steam and the Czech Republics original Pilsner; boisterous festivals from Munichs Oktoberfest to Denvers Great American Beer; and other points of interest such as Germanys pop-up beer gardens or a pub crawl in Dublin where you can hoist a Guinness at James Joyces favorite pub.The book is liberally illustrated with atmospheric photos and reproductions of beer labels and logos and includes information on beer styles, food and beer pairings, drinking traditions, glassware, and a primer on brewing.