"Although he logged thousands of miles in the preparation of this guide, what Jay Brooks really brings to the table is a lifetime steeped in California craft beer. As I've learned through the years, when Jay tells you where to go and what to drink there, you're wise to listen closely." --Stephen Beaumont, coauthor of The World Atlas of Beer (with Tim Webb)

The definitive guide to the region's 161 breweries and brewpubs

Each brewery profile includes types of beer brewed at each site, special features, available tours, and the author's pick of the best beer to try

Covers the Central Coast area around Santa Cruz north to the border of Oregon, including San Francisco, San Jose, and Sacramento