The Little Black Book Of Beer has brief sections on beer history, advice about tasting, and a section on beer styles. In the section of styles, Cullen gives a couple paragraphs on characteristics and 4-5 specific beers you might want to try.

The book is the size of a large memo pad. I can see giving it as a gift to someone along with a mixed selection of craft beers. Anyone already knowledgeable about microbrews/imports won't find anything useful here.

The Little Black Book Of Beer has brief sections on beer history, advice about tasting, and a section on beer styles. In the section of styles, Cullen gives a couple paragraphs on characteristics and 4-5 specific beers you might want to try.

The book is the size of a large memo pad. I can see giving it as a gift to someone along with a mixed selection of craft beers. Anyone already knowledgeable about microbrews/imports won't find anything useful here.