Topic: Mashing
Points Off? Defining gravity and why it matters
MEMBERS ONLYHomebrewers have been known to fret over their brewhouse efficiency numbers. Make sure you know the differences, the variables involved, and how to troubleshoot.
The Raw Deal With Raw Ales
FREEThis question makes me want to try brewing raw ales because the method certainly saves time and really addresses one of those nagging questions to young brewers who don’t think outside of
Iodine Starch Testing and Defining Mash Conversion
MEMBERS ONLYWelcome to BYO where we are committed to providing current, helpful, and technically sound brewing advice to our readers! It’s always nice seeing great homebrewing questions from all parts of the world
Decocting While Recirculating?
MEMBERS ONLYRandy, this is an interesting question that I will address with a few different perspectives. The first is a short answer to your basic question; I don’t know of any articles that
Always Question Your Instruments: III
MEMBERS ONLYOn the surface, this question looks like a no-brainer. Of course the enzymes in the mash were deficient, right? 55% enzyme-free adjunct, longer than normal mash at a moderate temperature perfect for
Curing Sparging Woes
MEMBERS ONLYThe likely culprit to this problem, assuming that you have been using the same basic recipe over the last 7–8 years, is beta-glucan from the flaked oats. I am betting on this
The Details of Step-Mashing
MEMBERS ONLYLet’s start out with two quick answers to your questions. Heating time is definitely an important part of the mash and it most certainly should be counted. In fact, control over the
BIAB: Tips From the Pros
FREEBrew-in-a-bag (BIAB) continues to grow in popularity around the world. Learn from two brewers well versed in maximizing the BIAB experience.
Introduction to Parti-Gyle Brewing
MEMBERS ONLYWithout this technique, we wouldn’t have the strong and common ales of England, as well as the enkels, dubbels, and tripels of Belgium.
Decoction Decoded: Tips From the Pros
MEMBERS ONLYDecoction mashing carries a unique legacy to it, both good and bad. On the one hand, many brewers the world-over attest to the fact that the technique enriches the malty character of beers and cannot be mimicked. On the other hand, many brewers think that with today’s malts, they find the technique dated and of little use to them. We decided to hear from commercial brewers who do utilize this mashing program.
Build a Cooler Mash Tun
MEMBERS ONLYThe heart and soul of any all-grain homebrewing system is the combination mash/lauter tun. “Mashing” is the hot water steeping process that results in sweet fermentable wort, while “lautering” is the
Sour Mashing
MEMBERS ONLYSoured beers are gaining popularity among beer lovers and brewers alike. There are several methods you can employ to create a soured beer. Simple techniques include adding lactic acid to your brewing