Anon 
The Brewer – A Familiar Treatise on the Art of Brewing with Directions for the Selection of Malt and Hops 

This vintage book contains a complete guide to brewing beer and ale, with detailed directions for the selection of malt and hops, instructions for making cider and wine, and much more. With simple instructions and a wealth of invaluable tips, this volume is highly recommended for those with an interest in home brewing, and would make for a fantastic addition to any collection. Contents include: ‘The Art of Brewing’, ‘Brewing India Pale Ale’, ‘Method of recovering damaged Malt’, ‘Washing and purifying Casks’, ‘Bottling’, ‘Directions for Managing a Two-quarter Brewing’, ‘Cider Brewing’, ‘British Wine Making’, ‘Gooseberry Wine’, ‘Currant Wine’, et cetera. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction brewing beer. First published in 1858.