Date: November 2001
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.
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
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
Crystal Malt: Homebrew Science
The science behind crystal malt’s properties.
Using Crystal Malt
Using crystal malt to add flavor and color to beer.
Vienna Lager
Recipes & tips for two classic beer styles.
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.
Making Mead: Tips from the Pros
Expert advice on turning honey into tasty mead.
More Gear for Beer
Adding new equipment helps you make better beer, every time. Here’s a quick guide to the gadgets every homebrewer wants.
Homebrewery Deluxe II
Homebrewer and author Randy Mosher of Chicago gives us a close-up look at his innovative self-made, scrap-metal, basement brew system.
TLC for Stainless
A hands-on guide to understanding and working with stainless steel, the rust-resistant metal of choice for any high-level homebrewery.
Homebrewery Deluxe I
Scott Leary of Reno has a backyard brewery that’s guaranteed to make you drool, especially when you see The Fabulous Three-Tiered Brewing Machine.
