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Italian Pils
Czech and German Pilsners get most of the attention, but another style of Pilsner — the Italian Pils — was developed in Milan 25 years ago and has become more and more popular worldwide due to its increased hop bouquet. Learn the history and brewing techniques for this wonderful summer style.
Confluence Brewing Co.
A road trip across the cornbelt of America finds a reader enjoying an unexpected surprise of a beer in Iowa. The Replicator tracks down the story behind the beer, the brewery, and a recipe.
Quick Pre-Brew Tips: Collective advice from fellow brewers
We can learn so much from brewing with others. Denny and Drew pulled together some groupthink tips from fellow brewers and from their own experiences.
Tasting Glory: Start your sensory program today
Sensory testing should be put in place on day one of starting to brew commercially. Explore ways to establish and maintain a sensory program in your brewery.
2021 Homebrew Father’s Day Gift Guide
Nothing says “I love you” to a homebrewer quite like a homebrew-related gift. Say so this Father’s Day with the help of our Gift Guide.
Tapping Into Maple Beers
Some flavor pairings are so obviously complementary; it’s perhaps inevitable that they become trends. The perfect maple beer has long been a dream of many a brewer, and it’s clear that brewers
Hop Extracts
Substituting hop pellets with CO2 hop extract increases yields and can produce cleaner, brighter beer while maintaining hop varietal character. Learn more about how hop extract is made and how to use it in your brews.
Yeast Hybrids: Recreating our favorite strains . . . with a twist
A new wave of yeast strains have recently been developed by yeast labs, using sexual reproduction to mate the best characteristics of our favorite strains. Learn about their potential.
EZ Scrub Cleaner
If getting your electric heating element clean is a vexing task, you definitely need to check out this EZ Scrub solution.
Pastry Stouts: Tips from the Pros
The so-called “pastry” stout is a high-gravity stout with flavors reminiscent of popular desserts. Get tips for brewing your own nightcap beer from three pros leading the charge.