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RIMS and HERMS
Because our batch sizes are typically small compared to commercial brews, one problem many all-grain homebrewers have is maintaining their mash temperature. Ideally, mash temperature should remain relatively constant throughout each rest.
Hard Seltzer Made Easy
Hard seltzer has become the fastest growing segment of the brewing industry. Learn two unique ways homebrewers can make these light beverages at home.
Brewing with Reverse Osmosis Water
You can’t trust water: Even a straight stick turns crooked in it.” – W.C. Fields. Over the years, I’ve probably had more discussions, debates, and arguments with other brewers over water than
DIY Electric Brewing
The benefits of electric brewing are plenty, but there is also a steep learning curve if you plan to build your own electric system. Before you jump into your next big DIY, take the time to plan everything out using our advice. The time (and money) you save from doing it correctly the first time will pay off!
Water Adjustments: Tips from the Pros
Just because water is safe to drink doesn’t mean it is ideal for making great beer. Changing the chemistry of water is the first step great brewers take when creating a recipe,
Hoppy Charts
So how do you choose the right hops for your beer? With such a wide range of flavor and aroma characteristics, Brew Your Own’s online chart can serve as a helpful guide
What is Brewing?
Brewing is the process of making beer — a fermented, alcoholic beverage made from grains. The most commonly used grain for brewing is barley, but there are others (including wheat, rye, oats
Brewing an Extract with Grains Beer
This chapter builds on the basic brewing skills learned in chapter two “Brewing a No-Boil Extract Beer.” Here, you’ll learn how to use steeped grains, pellet hops and liquid yeast to modify
The Hotel Room Challenge: Taking business class grain to glass
Brewing in a hotel room while on a business trip? That was a new one to us. Check out one reader’s imaginative solution(s) to crafting a beer using the gear found in his hotel room.
Boulevard of Malted Dreams
“It was the summer of 1984, and John McDonald was thirsty. On vacation in Europe, the future founder of Boulevard Brewing Company wandered into a bar specializing in Belgian beers. He tried
Meads of the Season
Seasonal drinking traditions are a really interesting subject to delve into, as holiday parties and family gatherings often open people up to new beverages that aren’t available or of interest during other
Branded!: How to market like the pros
Brewers are largely creative types who like to have their hands involved in making, rather than recording or promoting. But I would encourage my fellow brewers to consider marketing as simply another tool of the trade, alongside the mash paddle and carb stone.
