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Behind the Scenes at Homebrew Competitions
It’s no understatement to say that these are boom times for homebrewing with the number of US homebrewers now currently estimated to be over one million. The growth in homebrewing is also
Choosing the Right Yeast: Tips from Pros
The great thing about being a homebrewer in this day and age is the wide array of ingredient choices, including yeast. but how do you actually choose the right strain? Three yeast
Oxidation, Gluten Free & Keg Pressure: Mr. Wizard
Q Does adding pre-boiled water to the carboy after I rack my beer help against oxidation (less headspace) or hurt it (risk of splashing)? Adam Woods Belding, Michigan A Headspace can cause
Brewing With Honey
Honey has been used in brewing for thousands of years. As far back as 700 BC, honey was used by at least one Iron Age tribe in a mixed beverage that might
Metallurgy
Each metal has its advantages and disadvantages . . .a primer for the Do-It-Yourselfer
Aeration & Mash Hopping: Mr. Wizard
Q I have been trying to come up with an easy and cost-effective way to get good aeration in my fermentations. I recently came across a device called an Oxygen Concentrator, which
Hops in the Hog
Farm to table at Sierra Nevada
Gruit-Style Spiced Ale
OG, FG, IBUs and SRM will vary. Before the use of hops in beer, European beers were often flavored with gruit (rhymes with fruit). Gruit is a blend of herbs and spices,
Toast Ale
A group in London is brewing with bread destined for landfills. Learn to make delicious beer while eliminating food waste.
Understanding pH
Learn how, and when, to adjust your pH.
Grilling with Homebrew
Nothing says summer like grilling and beer. Here’s four recipes utilizing brewing ingredients, with four homebrew recipes to match.
Big Club Brews
The PA Alers Homebrew Club, based in Pennsylvania’s Susquehanna Valley, share tips for organizing a “big” brew day.
