September 2002
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Creemore Springs Premium Lager clone
“A big taste from a tiny place” is Creemore Springs creed. This Ontario-based brewery focuses on producing German-style beers. Here is a recipe for their Premium Lager, made using a North American lager yeast.
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Bell’s Brewery Best Brown Ale clone
A smooth, toasty brown ale. Aromas of caramel and cocoa.
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Kohl’s Pale Kellerbier
More hop presence than a Munich Helles and most often served relatively young and unfiltered in comparison to Pilsner, a Kellerbier can come in a Pale or Amber version. This version falls in the Pale variety. This recipe is a little stronger than a traditional Kellerbier, but the hops will provide a bright balance to the malt and alcohol.
Recipe
Cabin Fever Saison
Saison is French for "season." It is the name originally given to Pale Ales brewed in the French part of Belgium. Here is a great recipe to brew in late winter to enjoy after spring yard work is complete.
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Bamberg Rauchbier
An ancient beer style that’s still smokin’.
Mr. Wizard
Taking original gravity readings
This question brings up some issues that I have experienced over the years and I have been somewhat surprised by my observations. I usually collect a wort sample from a sample valve
Mr. Wizard
Silicone hosing lifespan
The hoses used in homebrewing are similar to the hoses used in beverage and food-processing plants, except the industrial-grade hoses are reinforced to increase their pressure rating and usually covered by a
Project
Build a Draft Beer Fridge: Projects
Keep draft beer cool by giving new life to your old dorm fridge from school.
Article
The Science of Yeast
The layman’s guide to the science of brewer’s yeast.
Article
Fruit Brewing Techniques
How to make a berry good beer.
Article
Brewing Smoked Beers: Tips from the Pros
Expert advice on brewing smoked beers and smoking your malt at home.
Article
The Beers of Franconia, Germany
Nestled in northern Bavaria, this region of Germany is home to a startling diversity of beer styles.
Article
Rx for Brewing Problems
Long lag times and stuck fermentations. Under-attentuation and over-carbonation. Making beer at home is simple, but making good beer on a consistent basis is a bit more tricky. So here’s how to prevent common problems, avoid mistakes and fix a good batch gone bad. Plus: common terms that will help you identify and evaluate off-flavors and aromas in your beer.
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Brewing with Honey
Honey is a versatile, highly fermentable ingredient that can add a bit of buzz to almost any beer style, from pale pilsners and light lagers to porters, stouts and spiced beers. Tips, techniques and three “sweet” recipes.
