Bamberg & Franconia

First published in 2003, this book is recognised as the definitive English-language guide to the brewing culture of Franconia, which has the beautiful city of Bamberg as its ‘capital of beer’. John’s book will help you explore the fascinating local range of beers including the famous Rauchbier (smoke beer), and guide you to some wonderful old pubs. There is also background information on the outstanding local historical and cultural attractions for the tourist.

In the second edition, designed by Dale Tomlinson and published in 2010, information on pubs and breweries has been updated and expanded, with new photographs and illustrations. For this book John was awarded the Budweiser Budvar John White Travel Bursary in the British Guild of Beer Writers’ 2010 awards.