Pilsner

“Pilsner, the book, is just like Pilsner, my drink: Bright, crisp, bubbly, fun, golden, and easy to knock back.” – Meathead, author of the New York Times Best Seller Meathead, The Science of Great Barbecue And Grilling
“Effervescent and informative. This chronicle will intoxicate both beer nerds and history buffs.” – Publishers Weekly
“Tom Acitelli tells the vibrant story of the world’s most beloved (and misunderstood) beer style. The characters, passions, and flavors of lagers and pilsners get the respectful treatment they deserve from an author regarded as one of beer’s great historians. As complex and satisfying as a helles lager, this informative and enjoyable book is one to help you appreciate where beer came from and is today.” – John Holl, author of The American Craft Beer Cookbook and host of the Drink Beer, Think Beer podcast
“Expertly crafted from deep knowledge and sharp insight, Pilsner: How the Beer of Kings Changed the World finishes light, refreshing, and deeply satisfying. It’s a lot like my favorite beer style, pilsner! Well done, Tom Acitelli.” – Bill Covaleski, founder and brewmaster, Victory Brewing Company
“Acitelli’s confident, precise approach produces an entertaining narrative.” – Kirkus Reviews
“Serious beer aficionados will love this detailed history of their favorite quaff.” – Booklist

Tom Acitelli is the author of The Audacity of Hops, Whiskey Business, and American Wine. He has written about alcohol for the Wall Street Journal, the Washington Post, and Eater, among many others, and was the history columnist for several years for All About Beer magazine. He lives in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

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