Wild Brews: The craft of home brewing, from sour and fruit beers to farmhouse ales

Jaega Wise, head brewer at East London's Wild Card Brewery, is the author of "Wild Brews: A Guide to Brewing Sour and Wild Beer at Home." The book is a winner of the Fortnum & Mason debut drink book award 2023 and has been nominated for the James Beard Foundation beverage recipe book 2023. It offers recipes and styles for producing sour and wild beer, including German Berliner Weisse, Belgian Lambics, French Farmhouse ales, Norwegian Farmhouse Ales, and English Old Ale.

Format: Hardback
Length: 192 pages
Publication date: 19 May 2022
Publisher: Octopus Publishing Group

Winner of the Fortnum & Mason Debut Drink Book Award 2023!


Nominated for the James Beard Foundation Beverage Recipe Book 2023!


Silver Award for Best Beer Book, British Guild of Beer Writers!


Jaega Wise, the new brewing superstar, has captivated the beer world with her exceptional skills. CAMRA BEER magazine has hailed her as the "new brewing superstar."



What makes wild fermented beers truly remarkable is their production process. These beers are crafted using a mixture of naturally occurring yeasts and bacteria, a technique known as "wild fermentation." This method allows the beer to undergo a unique and intricate fermentation process, resulting in a distinctive flavor profile that is reminiscent of beer's ancient origins.



Wild fermented beers offer a culinary experience like no other. They transport us back to a time when brewing was a handcrafted art form, before the industrialization of the process. These beers are experiencing a worldwide revival, as enthusiasts seek out the authentic taste and complexity that wild fermentation brings to the table.



Jaega Wise, the head brewer at East London's Wild Card Brewery, is a leading expert in wild fermentation. In her book, "Wild Brews," she shares her knowledge and expertise with readers, guiding them through the science behind the brewing process and providing them with a range of recipes to experiment with at home. From classic styles like German Berliner Weisse and Gose to Belgian Lambics,gueze, Flanders red ale, and fruit beers, "Wild Brews" offers a treasure trove of flavors and techniques.



What sets this book apart is its comprehensive coverage of sour and wild beer styles. Jaega Wise delves into the intricacies of these styles, providing detailed explanations of the ingredients, brewing techniques, and aging processes involved. She also includes a trouble-shooter section to guide readers through any challenges they may encounter during the brewing process. Whether you are a seasoned beer geek or a home brewing novice, "Wild Brews" contains everything you need to replicate today's sour and wild beer styles at home.



With its stunning photography, informative content, and accessible recipes, "Wild Brews" is a must-have for anyone who loves beer and wants to explore the world of wild fermentation. So why wait? Grab your copy today and embark on a journey of flavor discovery!

Winner of the Fortnum & Mason Debut Drink Book Award 2023!


Nominated for the James Beard Foundation Beverage Recipe Book 2023!


Silver Award for Best Beer Book, British Guild of Beer Writers!


Jaega Wise, the new brewing superstar, has captivated the beer world with her exceptional skills. CAMRA BEER magazine has hailed her as the "new brewing superstar."



What makes wild fermented beers truly remarkable is their production process. These beers are crafted using a mixture of naturally occurring yeasts and bacteria, a technique known as "wild fermentation." This method allows the beer to undergo a unique and intricate fermentation process, resulting in a distinctive flavor profile that is reminiscent of beer's ancient origins.



Wild fermented beers offer a culinary experience like no other. They transport us back to a time when brewing was a handcrafted art form, before the industrialization of the process. These beers are experiencing a worldwide revival, as enthusiasts seek out the authentic taste and complexity that wild fermentation brings to the table.



Jaega Wise, the head brewer at East London's Wild Card Brewery, is a leading expert in wild fermentation. In her book, "Wild Brews," she shares her knowledge and expertise with readers, guiding them through the science behind the brewing process and providing them with a range of recipes to experiment with at home. From classic styles like German Berliner Weisse and Gose to Belgian Lambics,gueze, Flanders red ale, and fruit beers, "Wild Brews" offers a treasure trove of flavors and techniques.



What sets this book apart is its comprehensive coverage of sour and wild beer styles. Jaega Wise delves into the intricacies of these styles, providing detailed explanations of the ingredients, brewing techniques, and aging processes involved. She also includes a trouble-shooter section to guide readers through any challenges they may encounter during the brewing process. Whether you are a seasoned beer geek or a home brewing novice, "Wild Brews" contains everything you need to replicate today's sour and wild beer styles at home.



With its stunning photography, informative content, and accessible recipes, "Wild Brews" is a must-have for anyone who loves beer and wants to explore the world of wild fermentation. So why wait? Grab your copy today and embark on a journey of flavor discovery!

Weight: 774g
Dimension: 196 x 254 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780857837813