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Cold as Ice(bock)
Eisbock, (Eis meaning “ice” in German), is a higher-alcohol version of the classic barley-based Bavarian strong lager, the bockbier (or bock for short), or alternately, a wheat-based ale. Eisbock has a unique
Late Hopping: Tips from the Pros
Hop additions have been pushed back later and later in the brewing process of hoppy beers as brewers look to maximize aroma and flavor. We asked three pro brewers renowned for their
Bitterness & The IBU – What’s It All About?
In the earlier days of the American India pale ale, bitterness was king. The more Bitterness Units (BU), the better. We didn’t have the hazy-juicys, we had bitter and hoppy, piney, ashy,
Schwarzbier: Germany’s darkest beer
Schwarzbier is a beer style that has recently risen to prominence after its popularity waned in its native region. Learn what makes this beer so unique, fun to brew, and great to drink.
Brewing NEIPA – Tips from the Pros
The current darling of the craft beer (and homebrew) world, New England IPA (NEIPA) requires copious amounts of late hop additions, but there is a lot more to making a world class
German Weiss: Weissbier in the south, Hefeweizen in the north
Outside of American IPAs, German weissbiers seem to garner the most questions from our readers about brewing strategies. Gordon Strong gives some clear advice to those looking to brew this hazy style.
Drop and Give Me Ten . . . Gallons
Not many people think about working out while homebrewing . . . but they should. Think about all the downtime that many homebrewers have on brew day. Get pointers on mixing in some exercises to your brewing routine.
2020 Homebrew Father’s Day Gift Guide
Reminder time . . . Sunday, June 21st is Father’s Day. What better way to honor your favorite man, father, husband, partner, or friend than with one of these fine homebrewing products. Nothing says “I Love You” to a homebrewer quite like a gift of a fine new piece of equipment or beer-related goodie. And if you are the dad looking for homebrew gifts, try leaving
these pages open with a big circle around the items you want. Don’t leave them guessing — unless you want another World’s Best Dad coffee mug.
Homebrew Glycol System Comparison
Everyone who brews beer knows that fermentation temperature control is one of the most critical aspects to consistent, flawless beer. When the fermentation temperature gets too warm, off flavors are sure to
English IPA
India pale ale was first created when an enterprising brewer crafted a beer to better survive the long sea voyage from England to India in the late 18th century. It is said
Irish Dry Stout
by the numbers OG: 1.036–1.050 (9.1–12.4 °P) FG: 1.007–1.011 (1.8–2.8 °P) SRM: 25–40 IBU: 30–45 ABV: 4.0–5.0% Several months ago I was enjoying an evening out at a local brew pub with
Post-Souring Gravity, Multi-Batch Brew, Priming a Keg, and Fermenting Lemon Juice
Do you know how much sugars are consumed during the souring process for kettle-soured beer? The Wiz explains Lactobacillus souring and has tips for multiple-batch brewing, priming in a keg, and making . . . lemon beer?
