November 2001 Archives - Brew Your Own

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Big Rock Brewery: Warthog Ale clone

Warthog Ale is a crossbreed of a British pale mild ale and an American cream ale. It’s a lighter-bodied beer, with some crystal malt for a bit of a malty flavor and relatively low hop bitterness. The description on the Big Rock Website also states that this beer has some resemblance to British brown ales, with a nutty finish.

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Steep times for different specialty grains

As difficult as it is to admit, brewing is a whole lot like cooking and there are many ways to get the job accomplished. Steeping is one of these tasks. When using

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Yeast off-flavors and clarifying beer?

One of the best ways for homebrewers to clarify beer is to simply move the carboy to a refrigerator and hold it cold (38° F is ideal)for at least a week. Chilling

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Crystal Malt: Homebrew Science

The science behind crystal malt’s properties.

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Using Crystal Malt

Using crystal malt to add flavor and color to beer.

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Vienna Lager

Recipes & tips for two classic beer styles.

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Pacific Coast’s Blue Whale clone

Pacific Coast Brewing Co. has closed its doors in its Oakland location in 2017. An Oakland icon for 29 years, many residents of the area are hoping for its return. For the time being, you can still recreate their strong Amber Ale, Blue Whale Ale with this recipe.

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