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Keys To Great Weizen, Using Fresh-Picked Hops, Aging Beer, and Beer Burps

The Wizard provides tips for crafting a high-quality hefeweizen. Readers also seek advice on using freshly picked hops, a homebrewed beer’s lifespan, and if there is any merit to judging beer based on a beer burp.

Written by Ashton Lewis

Issue: November 2021

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Low-Alcohol Beer Production, Gravity Drops and the Effects of a Cold-Water Extraction

Low- and no-alcohol commercial beer production has seen a noticeable uptick in recent years, especially in the craft beer world. Mr. Wizard explains how to produce one in your homebrewery. Also, an unexplained drop in gravity and re-using cold-mashed grains.

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Carbonating Thoughts, Star San Water Temperature, and Sprouted Grains

A homebrewer wonders about carbonating his beer in a keg or growler. Mr. Wizard explains the safety concerns with these two options. Also, is Star San supposed to be diluted in warm or cool water? Get the answer and the scoop on sprouted grains.