The Philosophical Principles of the Science of Brewing

by John Richardson, John Richardson, Professor of Musicology John Richardson D Phil

Book Overview

Most modern home brewers are familiar with the hydrometer-a calibrated scientific instrument commonly used to calculate the alcoholic content of beer. While the hydrometer is believed to have been invented in the late 4th century, its calibration for the manufacture of beer did not occur until the late 18th century. John Richardson's book The Philosophical Principles of the Science of Brewing popularized the use of the hydrometer, more accurately...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1948837161
• ISBN13: 9781948837163
• Release Date: July 2018
• Publisher: Townsends
• Length: 404 Pages
• Weight: 1.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"