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Live Chat with Gordon Strong (2023)
Digital and Plus Members OnlyWatch a recording of ur Live Video Chat with “Style Profile” columnist Gordon Strong.
Live Chat with Michael Lalli
Digital and Plus Members OnlyWatch the replay of our December 2022 Live Video Chat with Prairie Artisan Ales Brewmaster Michael Lalli here.
BYO’s Belgium Brewery, Biking & Hiking Tour
FREEWe recap and share pictures from a week BYO’s publisher and a group of readers spent exploring Belgium’s breweries, beer cafes, and scenic countryside.
The Dark Side of Lager
Digital and Plus Members OnlyFrom Germany and the Czech Republic, to the Baltics and North America, dark lager styles are seeing growing popularity among craft brewers and homebrewers alike. The styles are all different, but also share commonalities in how they are created. Get tips for brewing your own crisp dark lager this winter.
Kellerbier
Digital and Plus Members OnlyKellerbier is the beer of choice throughout much of Germany’s Franconia region. Yet, it is difficult to define kellerbier as there are hundreds of examples that may be pale or quite dark, and taste equally unique. Learn about the history of these young, unfiltered lagers from a brewer who spent a decade at the source, plus tips on brewing your own at home.
The Paths to Homebrewed Beer
FREEThe end result is beer, but there are many ways to get there. There are pros and cons to brewing with malt extract, brewing all-grain batches, or falling somewhere in-between. We break down the basics of these approaches so prospective homebrewers and those new to the hobby can better understand the basics and decide which method fits their goals.
Beer Is Art
FREEWhen viewed as an opportunity, the craft beer world can open doors in places throughout the world. One woman is bringing her experience and teachings to show the next generation of fellow South Africans what beer can do for them. Be sure to read about the Beer is Art movement
The Sanitation Department
Digital and Plus Members OnlyOnce your equipment is clean, any gear that touches your wort and beer after the boil should be sanitized. Take a walk through the various ways homebrewers can achieve sanitation.
Simply Saison
Digital and Plus Members OnlyWith roots in the agrarian lifestyle in northern Europe, many brewers pigeon-hole saisons to look and taste a certain way. But the truth is that it is a fairly diverse class of farmhouse ales. Learn about many of its renditions and a recipe.
Sparge Temperatures, Overcarbonation, Frozen Beer, and Brewing Calculations
Digital and Plus Members OnlyBrewers often have a specific routine when it comes to lautering their mash. But in reality it’s a very forgiving process. Mr. Wizard provides his thoughts on this key step as well as overcarbonated kegs, a frozen beer crisis, and brewing calculations
Paradigm Shift Craft Brewery
Digital and Plus Members OnlyCraft beer lovers in the Massillon, Ohio, area scored big when corporate America let go the Founder and Owner of Paradigm Shift Craft Brewery. Learn about the brewery’s rise and one of its iconic beers, Neighbor Girl Tripel.
Live Video Chat with John Palmer (2022)
Digital and Plus Members OnlyView the playback of our November 2022 Live Video Chat for digital members with John Palmer here.