Seattlest: Michael Jackson Passes Away

COMTE

Fri, 31 Aug 2007 13:49:08 -0800

I got into home-brewing back in the early '90's in large part because of his "New World Beer Guide". The notion that one could actually, with practice and diligence, make some of the ales he cited was a rather exciting prospect, and his appreciation of beer as an aesthetic, culinary and cultural equal to wine has stayed with me to this day. I'll be hoisting a chilly glass of some suitable libation in your honor tonight, Mr. Jackson, as wiil your many friends and admirers, no doubt. Thank you for making us love it as much as you did. After all, that really is the reason "why we drink it here".

ronaldholden

Fri, 31 Aug 2007 08:09:23 -0800

Jackson spent time in Seattle some 25 years ago. His visit was underwritten by Mick McHugh and Tim Firnstahl, then partners in a group of popular drinking establishments (F.X. McRory's, Jake O'Shaughnessy's, etc.). Jackson was brought in to advise them on the proper service and enjoyment of brews and malts, so in fact all of us today benefit from his wisdom.

guest

Thu, 30 Aug 2007 19:51:48 -0800

I have a fine book of his regarding single malt scotch distilleries that I picked up sometime in the early 90's before it was chic/snooty/parvenuistic... I'll tip a glass to this noble scholar.

Samer

Thu, 30 Aug 2007 19:08:41 -0800

Michael's passing saddens me. I'm lucky to have met the man and enjoyed his books and beer tastings. Cheers, Michael.

guest

Thu, 30 Aug 2007 15:12:16 -0800

Though perhaps less well known than his beer writing, Mr. Jackon's writing on whisky/whiskey has also been highly influential. RIP.