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August 1999
Evaluating beer means using all five senses. Master the art of beer tasting. Plus, a four-course BBQ featuring dishes cooked with beer, take control of specific gravity, and try five great American lager recipes.
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articleGearing Up For The Winemaking Crush
Gearing up for the crush. Reviewing production, equipment, sanitizing.
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Taking Control of Specific Gravity
Specific gravity affects many aspects of your homebrew, including its alcohol content, sweetness, and mouthfeel. Keep track of a few numbers while brewing to make the best beer possible.
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Mission: Possible
When touring a microbrewery, engage in a little reconnaissance to pump up — and speed up — your own system and technique.
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articleThe 5-Sense Beer Test
It’s more than a sense of taste. You use all five of your senses to evaluate a beer. Refining your technique can provide more enjoyment and help you make your own beer better.
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articleThe Great Beer BBQ Cook-Off
What better way to celebrate summer than with a four-course barbecue featuring great dishes cooked with beer.