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by Mika Laitinen (Author), Randy Mosher (Foreword by)
Unlock the Secrets of Ancient Nordic Brewing. Viking Age Brew brings beer history to life, guiding you through the rustic art of crafting Sahti, a Nordic farmhouse ale with traditions dating back to the Viking Age. Discover the history, ingredients, and hands-on brewing techniques of this unique ale.
Whether you're a brewing novice or an experienced craft brewer, this book provides detailed instructions and recipes to brew ancient ales from medieval times and the Viking Age. Explore the landscape of European farmhouse ales and learn the craft from tradition, culture, and history.
- Master traditional malting and fermentation methods
- Discover the role of juniper and other herbs in brewing
- Recreate authentic Viking and medieval ale recipes
Viking Age Brew is perfect for homebrewers, craft brewers, beer enthusiasts, and history buffs eager to explore the rich heritage of Nordic brewing.
Author Biography
Mika Laitinen lives, writes, and brews in Finland, just a stone's throw from the traditional sahti heartland, where traditional farmhouse ale culture still thrives. His articles on sahti have appeared in several beer magazines, including Brew Your Own and Zymurgy, and he writes about local Nordic beer culture on his website Brewing Nordic (www.brewingnordic.com). Randy Mosher is the author of Tasting Beer, Radical Brewing, Mastering Homebrew, A Beer for All Seasons, and The Brewer's Companion. He lives in Chicago, Illinois.
