" Brewed in Michigan is certainly the most comprehensive study yet of the crucible that is Michigan craft brewing. Bill Rapai's book incisively captures the collaborative passion and philosophy we brewers share, as well as the diversity of our no-longer-fledgling craft beer movement. He lends real insight into the big question: 'Why Michigan beer?'"?Ted Badgerow, founder of The Real Ale Company and head brewer/owner of the Ypsi Alehouse "Whether you're from the Great Lakes region or you've never set foot on Michigan soil, you'll enjoy this book for the way it gets to the heart of the craft brewing industry and how breweries become part of the local fabric they were stitched from. The land of Founders KBS and Bell's Two-Hearted Ale is a microcosm of the craft brewing scene around the country, and Brewed in Michigan is a worthy read wherever you call home."?David Nilsen, PorchDrinking "A must-have for any Michigan beer lover, Rapai takes the armchair reader on a trip to many of the state's top breweries from such early pioneers as Bell's and Motor City on up to the new kids on the block, like Stormcloud and Cheboygan Brewing. This is not a volume of beer tasting notes, but interesting histories, informational morsels, and insightful interviews with the brewers."?Susan Eileen Paton, The Michigan Historical Review " Brewed in Michigan is an outstanding example of all the good that comes from beer. Beyond the tours of breweries selected from around the state and the entrepreneurial personalities behind them is a story of industry rebirth and community redevelopment.

Beer enthusiasts throughout Michigan and beyond will enjoy this quick, easy read about Michigan's newest and most successful industry. This is a pure Michigan story that will also be of great interest to researchers, community leaders, and politicians wishing to tap into what makes Michigan the great beer state."?Rex Halfpenny, publisher of Michigan Beer Guide "Kudos to Mr. Rapai for capturing the history and individual stories of the craft beer industry in Michigan. Equally impressive is his recognition of the important but lesser-known pioneers like Ben Edwards and Tom Burns."?John Linardos, founder of Motor City Brewing Works " Brewed in Michigan features several different brewing companies from various regions, incorporating some of the state's oldest brewing sites. Rapai's immersive new look gives a unique perspective to one of Michigan's most popular cultural industries."? Historical Society of Michigan Chronicle.