Beer : Quality, Safety and Nutritional Aspects

For centuries, beer has been a favourite drink throughout the world. The art of brewing has more recently evolved into the science it is today as a result of the increased knowledge of both the ingredients and the process. This book looks at the chemistry behind those aspects, in combination with a discussion of maintenance of quality and safety, the areas more relevant to the brewing scientist.

Introduction. Beer quality and the importance of visual clues. Flavour determinants of beer quality. Maintenance of beer quality. Nutritional aspects of beer. Assuring the safety of beer. What next. Glossary.