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Return of a Classic Sour Ale
Lambics have become popular among brewers around the world as the craft beer bug spreads, but we return to where it all began to learn the techniques and history of Belgian lambic.
Fermenting Belgian-Style Beers
Belgian yeasts are different than other ale yeasts and the author of "Brew Like a Monk" teaches us how to tame these wild beasts and brew heavenly Belgian-inspired beers at home.
Food and Beer Pairing
Food comes in a wide variety of flavors. Beer comes in a wide variety of flavors. And, if you pair them correctly, the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. From our interview with Garrett Oliver — Brewmaster of the Brooklyn Brewery and author of the book "The Brewmaster’s Table" — learn how to analyze the flavors in food and beer to make a harmonious pairing.
Nano Brewing Equipment TLC
One of the largest investments a new brewery makes is its brewhouse equipment, so it is obviously critical to keep that investment running and at optimal performance. Make sure you are properly maintaining your brewing equipment with regular cleaning and upkeep.
Decoction Flavors Without Decocting
Decoction mashing offers a unique flavor and quality to a beer, but it is also tedious. There are a few ways to mimic the attributes of decoction mashing without actually going through the labor-intensive steps.
Kellerbier: The Real Lager of Germany
While popular in its indigenous region of Germany, kellerbier has often been a poorly understood style. Gordon explores the intricacies of this Franconian “Real Lager.”
Rauchbier
A classic rauchbier can be an acquired taste. Those that appreciate the style know the depth of character found in them. Learn the history and the nuances to brew one yourself.
Pressurized Fermentations
Fermenting under pressure can benefit certain styles where you want to suppress esters and other flavor compounds. With the assistance of a spunding valve, pressure fermentation also offers a way to naturally carbonate your homebrew. Knowing how (and when) to use this technique is key.
Choosing the Best Yeast
Yeast selection is one of the most critical decisions in recipe formulation. Learn more about what factors should influence this decision, from key numbers to your own flavor preferences and fermentation capabilities.
Brewing Light American Lagers
Two pros who won gold and silver at the 2024 Great American Beer Festival for their light American lagers share their tips for brewing these delicate beers at home.
Brewing Wheat IPA: Tips from the Pros
As IPAs became all the rage among craft beer consumers in the last decade, brewers looked to capitalize on their Humulus lupulus obsessions by adding greater amounts of hops to other beer
2 Distinct Approaches to 1 Big Beer: Barleywine Clones
Brewed for centuries but not officially named until the previous one, barleywine is a bit of an enigma. It can be light or dark, hoppy or malty. The alcohol presence can be
