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Aging Gracefully
Will your beer grow mellow and pleasing or develop into a crusty old coot? The key is how you treat it in its youth. Learn the science of aging, and keep your
Big Batch Brewing
Break out of the five-gallon rut. It’s easier than you think to brew BIG!
1998 Label Contest Winners!
A poison warning, a violent storm and a magical brew that wards off evil. The winners of the third annual label contest are revealed.
1997 Label Contest Winners
Magnifying glasses, pirate ships, Gen X, and sitting chickens. Check out the best from among the 1,204 entries in the second annual label contest.
Czech Teens Learn to Brew in School
Think of this as any teenager’s dream class. Not only do you learn to brew beer, in school, and get credit for it, you get to drink the beer, too. This could
Master Partial Mashing
You’ve been brewing with extract and have made great beers. Maybe you’ve experimented with steeping grains and have been able to manipulate color and flavor. Now you’re starting to get curious about
The Ultimate Troubleshooter’s Guide, Part 2
Be prepared for the unexpected glitches that can arise during the brewing process, and you won’t compromise the quality of your beer.
Part Two of our Troubleshooter’s Guide examines fermentation, mashing, and more.
The Ultimate Homebrew Troubleshooter’s Guide
Perfection is elusive, especially when it comes to a complex art and science such as brewing. For any brewer, from the first-timer to the seasoned pro who has planned out every minute
1996 Label Contest Winners!
The long wait is over. Check out the judges’ choices for the best (at least most printable!) labels from the hundreds of entries that came in from all over the country – and beyond.
Unlock the Secret of Water
Historically, great beer has always been the product of the happy circumstance of the location and the times. Beer is an agricultural product, so traditionally it varies from growing area to growing
The Key to Better Lager: Cornelius Kegs!
Build this simple set-up to gain control over fermentation temperature and improve the taste of your lager.
Use Your Common Senses
Fine-tune your beer by learning to evaluate it objectively.
