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John Oliver
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Mash Programs
Single infusion, step mashing, decoction — and beyond
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Sleepy Bear Wassail
A spiced Christmas punch of sorts.
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Valley Forge Winter Spruce Ale
Spruce beer was a common colonial beverage in George Washington’s time and no doubt would have been welcome during the cold winter at Vall
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The Belgian Masters Speak
Four award-winning brewers who specialize in Belgian beers share their best tips, techniques and advice for homebrewers. <
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Five Tips from the Rogue
John Maier, the award-winning brewer at Rogue in Oregon, is legendary for big beers in big bottles. And he’s still a homebrewer at hear
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Practice with Your Palate
If you want to brew better beer, you should learn to identify its myriad flavors, aromas, and sensations. So crack open a bottle, take a
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15 Tips
These low-tech but innovative homebrewing tips put the fun back in functional. Realize the brewing potential of your kids’ marbles, the l
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Take Heart with Winter Warmers
These seasonal beers were traditionally served to warm the body and soul with their herbs, spices, and high alcohol content. Recipes include
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The Best Mash Program
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10 Keys to Great Lager
Getting started in the world of homebrewing doesn’t have to be limited to brewing ales. Lagers can be fun and easy as long as you remember t
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The 5-Sense Beer Test
It’s more than a sense of taste. You use all five of your senses to evaluate a beer. Refining your technique can provide more enjoyment a
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Muscle into Kegging