<P>"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 <i>The World Atlas of Beer</i> (with Tim Webb)</P><LI>The definitive guide to the region's 148 breweries and brewpubs <LI>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 <LI>Covers the Central Coast area around Santa Cruz north to the border of Oregon, including San Francisco, San Jose, and Sacramento</LI>