Meet the Author: Charles W. Bamforth
Charles Bamforth has published numerous articles and books about beer, including the ASBC series Practical Guides for Beer Quality. The newest and final book in that series, Beer Safety and Wholesomeness, offers a comprehensive and authoritative description of the food safety issues associated with producing beer, the current understanding of beer consumption, the basis for making health claims about beer consumption, and the potential negative and positive health effects of drinking beer. With a blend of wit and wisdom, Bamforth presents complex scientific issues in a readily understood and applicable manner.