Before globalisation, beer was inherently local. A 19th-century English stout, a 1920s Dutch lager, a 1930s Java Bier, and a post-WWII American Bock were all distinct expressions of their time and place. As huge breweries pushed bland national brands, these distinctively flavoured beers fell by the wayside.
Archived Brews revives them. Sourced from the mouldy ledgers and dusty records in archives around the world, this eclectic collection unlocks 60 historical brews, offering a rare glimpse into how beer used to taste.
Each recipe has been carefully rejuvenated, complete with the brewing process and historical context needed to bring it back to life.
Whether you're a brewer, a historian, or a beer enthusiast, treat Archived Brews as your master key to unlock the vault and reveal the secrets of the past.