tangy Posted August 31, 2007 Share Posted August 31, 2007 A great writer who wrote about a great subject. RIP. Famed 'beer hunter' dies LONDON, England (AP) -- Michael Jackson, a leading world beer critic who praised the brews of Belgium and acknowledged he would never be as famous as "that Michael Jackson," has died. He was 65. Jackson, known as "the beer hunter," died Thursday of a heart attack at his home in west London. His body was found by his house cleaner, Paddy Gunningham, his long-term partner, said Friday. She said he had kept writing and traveling, despite suffering from Parkinson's disease, and that he planned to write a book about the ailment. "He was simply the best beer writer we've ever known," said Tim Hampson, chairman of the British Guild of Beer Writers. "He told wonderful stories about beer, breweries and far away places. He told the story of beer through people, and he was humorous and erudite at the same time," Hampson told The Associated Press. Jackson especially loved Belgian brews. His books "The Great Beers of Belgium" and "World Guide to Beer" introduced them to many export markets, including the United States. By identifying beers by their flavors and styles, and by pairing them with particular foods and dishes, Jackson helped give birth to a renaissance of interest in beer and breweries worldwide that began in the 1970s, including the North American microbrewery movement. His TV documentary series, "The Beer Hunter" -- which popularized his nickname -- was filmed around the world and shown in 15 countries. He worked as a beer critic for more than 30 years, writing in newspapers and gastronomic magazines, holding seminars and giving speeches, appearing on U.S. talk shows and writing books about beer and whiskeys published in 18 languages. Jackson knew he would never be as famous as Michael Jackson the rock star, and that was reflected on the beer critic's Web site. "Hello, my name is Michael Jackson. No, not that Michael Jackson, but I am on a world tour. My tour is in pursuit of exceptional beer. That's why they call me the Beer Hunter," it says. E-mail to a friend E-mail to a friend Copyright 2007 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. All About Beer http://www.cnn.com/2007/LIVING/08/31/beer....r.ap/index.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tangy Posted September 7, 2007 Author Share Posted September 7, 2007 http://www.beerhunter.com/images/covers/BeerCompanion.gif You should read this book! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tangy Posted September 28, 2007 Author Share Posted September 28, 2007 damn, i can't beleive I am the only one who has posted in this thread. I thought we had some other serious beer lovers onboard here......... September 27, 2007 Raising a Toast to The Beer Hunter Last month the craft beer community lost one of its greatest advocates with the passing of Michael Jackson, the "Beer Hunter." Jackson's research and writing on this singular subject laid the foundation for the beer, wine, and spirits writers that followed, raised awareness of the passion and commitment to excellence that the best brewers apply to their craft, and lifted beer to a level where it was considered worthy of mention in the same breath as wine and fine spirits as an acceptable pairing with good food. Mr. Jackson's expertise was not limited to beer. He also wrote at length about wine and spirits, had a palate for pairing food and drink to match the best sommeliers and hunted down classic cocktail recipes as well as he did beer styles. http://chicagoist.com/2007/09/27/raising_a_toast.php http://michaeljacksonthebeerhunter.blogspot.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daneel2112 Posted October 13, 2007 Share Posted October 13, 2007 QUOTE (tangdog @ Aug 31 2007, 11:28 PM) A great writer who wrote about a great subject. RIP. A great loss to the Ale community. I have had the pleasure of meeting him on a number of occasions, and he was a friendly and welcoming man. I worked at the Great Briatian Beer Festive, and he would run a number of beer tasting session which showed his passion for beer from around the world, wether Real Ale or proper larger from Europe, not the rubbish from USA and Aus. A great loss to all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tangy Posted October 14, 2007 Author Share Posted October 14, 2007 QUOTE (daneel2112 @ Oct 13 2007, 08:48 AM) QUOTE (tangdog @ Aug 31 2007, 11:28 PM) A great writer who wrote about a great subject. RIP. A great loss to the Ale community. I have had the pleasure of meeting him on a number of occasions, and he was a friendly and welcoming man. I worked at the Great Briatian Beer Festive, and he would run a number of beer tasting session which showed his passion for beer from around the world, wether Real Ale or proper larger from Europe, not the rubbish from USA and Aus. A great loss to all. Its very cool you got to meet ther legend. I do disagree that all American beer is rubbish though. You might find this thread interesting............ http://www.therushforum.com/index.php?showtopic=26630 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
condemned2bfree Posted October 15, 2007 Share Posted October 15, 2007 QUOTE (tangdog @ Oct 14 2007, 02:49 PM) QUOTE (daneel2112 @ Oct 13 2007, 08:48 AM) QUOTE (tangdog @ Aug 31 2007, 11:28 PM) A great writer who wrote about a great subject. RIP. A great loss to the Ale community. I have had the pleasure of meeting him on a number of occasions, and he was a friendly and welcoming man. I worked at the Great Briatian Beer Festive, and he would run a number of beer tasting session which showed his passion for beer from around the world, wether Real Ale or proper larger from Europe, not the rubbish from USA and Aus. A great loss to all. Its very cool you got to meet ther legend. I do disagree that all American beer is rubbish though. You might find this thread interesting............ http://www.therushforum.com/index.php?showtopic=26630 Respect Due for Mr Jackson, lovely guy and a great legend in the beer critic world! Agree with Tang, I don't think American beers are rubbish, they are up and running and producing great beers. Like with all countries the consumption/culture is different, thats all. Respect For Mr Jackson. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daneel2112 Posted October 15, 2007 Share Posted October 15, 2007 Ok, wrist smacked, tangdog!!!!!! I only included USA beers, as in the mass lagers, ie Bud, which are nothing like the European lagers such as Duval and La Trappe. It was Mr Jackson who wrote to the Czech government to stop them buying the real Budweiser so the could close it and solely use its name, in the UK the Americian Budwesier must use the name Bud and not Budweiser (Czech large) due directly to Mr Jackson and Camra. I know there is some great ale and real lager coming from micro-breweries state-side, but in the UK you have to go to specialist shops to get hold of it. It is a shame, but a lot of the younger people in this country don't want a beer with favour they what the name, and missing out on the brilliant ale and lagers from Europe and OK, OK the USA. Sad but true. Am I forgiven? PS I still have a T-Shirt from Pete's Wicked Ale, from Palo Alto brewery!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tangy Posted October 15, 2007 Author Share Posted October 15, 2007 QUOTE (daneel2112 @ Oct 15 2007, 04:53 AM) Am I forgiven? Absolutely, glad to have another lover of fine beer aboard! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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