January-February 2006
Recipe
Dick’s Brewing Co.’s Bottleworks IPA clone
Since this is a big beer, Dick’s takes it’s time producing Bottleworks IPA. It takes a total of 6 weeks to ferment, clear in the bright tank, mellow, and then Dick’s bottle conditions the beer for another 2 week.
Recipe
Gruit Ale
Leave the hops in the freezer for this brew session…welcome to the adventurous world of Gruits!
Mr. Wizard
What ingredients produce the nutty flavor in a nut brown ale?
I guess it really depends on the type of nut brown ale you are brewing. I mean if it is a peanut brown ale I would reach for more peanuts and if
Mr. Wizard
When to harvest yeast
I always harvest and re-use our yeast (like other commercial brewers) and the accepted rule is that yeast should be cropped as soon as possible when its viability and vitality are
Mr. Wizard
Reduce the amount of phenolics in a beer?
You are correct that a yeast strain is the most common cause of phenolic aromas in beer. The classic clovey, phenolic producing yeasts are those used for German-style hefeweizens. These yeasts convert
Article
Becoming a Beer Judge
How to go about getting certified as a BJCP judge.
Article
Balancing your Draft System
Want the correct carbonation and fabulous foam? Then learn how to balance your draft system.
Project
Building Plastic Mini-Kegs: Projects
How to build a fantastic plastic mini-keg for bringing your homebrew to parties.
Article
Calibrating Thermometers
How hot was it? Without calibrating your thermometer, you have no idea. Learn how to use the physical propertes of water to get your thermometers properly adjusted.
Article
Fining Agents: Tips from the Pros
Beer clarity can be improved by adding various fining agents. Two pros discuss their favorite fining agents for making lovely lagers and awesome ales.
Project
Build a Counterflow Wort Chiller
Chill on the cheap by building your own counterflow wort chiller for about forty bucks. With one trip to the hardware store and about an hour of build time, you can be chilling your wort quickly and efficiently with this "cool" project. Plus: A Rundown of Different Chilling Options
Article
Vienna Lager in Exile
Vienna lagers originated in Europe, but were “exiled” to Mexico in the last century. These “little Oktoberfests” are great everyday beers that showcase the flavor of Vienna malt. From Mexican Vienna lagers such as Negra Modelo and Dos Equis Amber to American craftbrewed versions of the style, learn the ingredients and brewing procedures necessary to brew a delicious, malty Vienna lager in your home brewery. Plus: three Vienna lager recipes
