Josh Noel is a renowned author and journalist specializing in food, beverage, and travel. He has a long-standing tenure at the Chicago Tribune and has contributed to various other publications.
His book “Barrel-Aged Stout and Selling Out” delves into the world of craft beer, particularly focusing on Goose Island and Anheuser-Busch. His latest work, “Malört: A Love Story,” explores the story of Jeppson’s Malört, a Chicago liqueur known for its intense bitterness. Noel’s narrative style and deep knowledge of the industry make him a respected figure in the field of food and beverage writing.
Books in order of publication:
Barrel-Aged Stout and Selling Out: Goose Island, Anheuser-Busch, and How Craft Beer Became Big Business – 2018
Malört: The Redemption of a Revered and Reviled Spirit – 2024
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