July-August 2003
Recipe
Terrapin Brewing Co.’s Rye Pale Ale clone
Dry hopped with Amarillo®, this American rye pale ale is perfect for summer enjoyment.
Mr. Wizard
Beano to lower the carbohydrates
Mr. Wizard respons: Beano Brau . . . now that’s a real blast from the past. I remember reading this article and thought the idea seemed credible, but never gave it a
Project
Build 2 Easy Keg Gadgets: Projects
Make a gauge to measure low pressures and a handy hanger for dry hopping in the keg.
Article
Science of Oxidation
How to avoid the last major hurdle to extending your beer’s shelf life.
Article
Wort Boiling
While you twiddle your thumbs, there’s a lot going on in the brewpot. Hot tips for what to do during this critical time.
Article
Oktoberfest: Tips from the Pros
The pros give tips on making this classic beer.
Article
Lawnmower Beer Recipes
When you’ve just weed-whacked the back forty, you need a beer that tastes great and quenches your thirst. Recipes and step-by-step instructions for light, dry, balanced summer beers that finish clean.
Article
2003 Label Contest Winners
The eighth annual BYO label contest offered a fascinating glimpse into the minds of our readers. And boy, are you twisted. Beer-swilling animals, disturbing depictions of beer guts and hairy butts, and much, much more.
Article
Insider Homebrew Competition Tips
Tips, techniques and award-winning advice on entering your homebrew in a competition (and bringing home the hardware!). Six quick competition tricks, best-bet beer styles and what the judges look for. Plus: Florida’s heavy-medal man explains ten more ways to put your beers on the podium.