The definitive and most up-to-date guide to the world's best beers.

Praise for the 2014 edition:

"The gold standard of worldly beer guides, shrunk to fit in your jeans." -- Draft Magazine

"Beaumont and Webb do an outstanding job of treading better beer's backwaters." -- Celebrator Beer News, America's Premier Brewspaper

Collaborators Stephen Beaumont and Tim Webb (World Atlas of Beer) have teamed up once again for this seminal collection of 3,500 expert beer reviews, 500 more than the previous edition. Pocket Beer 2015 combines their deep knowledge about beer with a team of international beer experts with regional knowledge to create the ultimate guide to the world's best beers.

An extensive opening chapter explains what constitutes a craft beer, introduces beer styles and provides guidance on pairing beer with meals, including breakfast (!), as well as such foods as fish, desserts and cheese.

The book organizes the 3,500 thumbnail reviews by country, 65 in all. The authors and international experts provide succinct commentary on each beer, its key characteristics and the region where beer lovers can best experience the beer in its original culture and setting. The brews cover the extraordinary variety that the world has to offer, from Belgium's Trappist beers to Britain's stouts and North America's craft brews. The selections range from traditional favorites to exciting discoveries.

This landmark portable guide provides beer fans and connoisseurs with easy access to an expert overview and puts a world of superb beers at their disposal. It is a 'must' for brewpubs, bars, restaurants, caterers and anybody who enjoys a good glass of beer.

Stephen Beaumont is a globally recognized writer specializing in beer and spirits. The author or co-author of thirteen books, including two editions of the international bestseller The World Atlas of Beer, and his latest, Will Travel for Beer, he is also a columnist for a variety of publications from Whisky Advocate magazine to the website just-drinks.com. He documents his incessant world travels online at beaumontdrinks.com and on Twitter and Instagram at @BeaumontDrinks. When not on the road, he lives with his wife in downtown Toronto.

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(A) sweeping panoramic view of the global beer landscape. Stephen Beaumont and Tim Webb...cover 3,500 beers from 65 countries, succinctly coupling each with information on how to enjoy the beer in its original culture and setting, as well as taste ratings indicated by stars.

SOMM Journal

This collection of brief reviews of more than 3,500 different beers from across the globe is a handy reference for bars and shops in far-off cities where the beers are unfamiliar and choosing one can feel like roulette. Sipping a glass of ale while flipping through the pages is certainly more tactile than Googling for Internet reviews, and probably more enjoyable too.

Los Angeles Times

Toronto's Stephen Beaumont teams up with England's Tim Webb to bring a comprehensive look at the world of craft and traditional beer from around the globe -- 65 countries in total. The 3,500 beers included in the book (500 more than last year's edition) is a great guide to help navigate beer shelves anywhere you go. It's small enough to pack in your carry-on and bring with you on your travels, but is simply jam-packed with info about breweries, beer-producing regions, styles and more.

Winnipeg Free Press

The opening chapter explains what constitutes a craft beer, introduces beer styles and provides guidance on pairing beer with meals, including breakfast. Sorted by country, the reviews provide succinct commentary on each beer, its key characteristics and the region where it can best be experienced in its original culture and setting -- ranging from traditional favourites to exciting discoveries.

Calgary Sun