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Storing wine bottles with natural corks on their sides isn't merely a space-saving strategy or an aesthetic preference; it's an essential practice to ensure the quality and longevity of your wine. If ...

If you've ever found yourself scratching your head on a wine kit page, wondering if you should try making a Merlot or a Syrah, you're in the right place. You may have thought to yourself, they are bo ...

You remember that flick, Sideways, don't you? The one where our protagonist, Miles, has a bit of a meltdown over Merlot? "If anyone orders Merlot, I'm leaving. I am NOT drinking any (insert expletive ...

Ever wanted to fortify your wine but got intimidated by how to do it? If so, today is your lucky day. We are going to geek out with some math! Sounds thrilling right? Well, not to be sarcastic but, i ...

Ever found yourself staring at the bottom of your wine bottle, intrigued by that peculiar dimple? Before your thoughts start swirling like a nice Chianti, we’ll uncork this mystery faster than you ca ...

If you like sweet wine but want to venture into the world of traditional reds, try the Diablo Rojo! It is a semi-sweet red wine kit that makes your journey to the dry side easy.The Diablo Rojo b ...

The Pugilistic Dance of Alcohol Levels in Wine:A Tannic Tango with Nature, the Vintner, and the Winemaker. Ever wondered why some types of wine go right to your head while others barely tickle y ...

Welcome to the twilight zone of "free shipping," where nothing is truly free and you're left wondering if you've been bamboozled. Fear not, Label Peelers has your back with our guaranteed lowest pric ...

UK Kent Goldings Hop Pellets are the granddaddy of English hops, the golden child of the brewing world. They've been around since 1790, which means they've seen more beer than a fraternity house duri ...

Ah, the humble wine cork. It's the gatekeeper of your precious wine, the final obstacle between you and a delightful evening. But did you know there's more to these little stoppers than meets the eye ...

What if you no longer had to move full carboys, position them on tables for gravity siphoning or lift them off the floor when they are full? Better yet, what if you could do this without the need for ...

If you are haunted by the seductive siren of barrel aging, you are not alone. They are sexy and romantic so what’s not to like? Well, if you do not want to be under their spell like the great Ulysses ...

If you are a winemaker who works from fresh fruit and you do not like using fining agents to clear your wine, you may have seen a carboy that looks like a lava lamp - darker and clear at the top, lig ...

You've mastered the art of barley, but have you ever taken a walk on the wheat side? If not, let's delve into the fascinating world of wheat beers and uncover what makes them so refreshingly unique.W ...

There's a reason Pinot Noir is known as the heartbreak grape. This finicky grape is notoriously difficult to grow and even more difficult to produce into a high-quality wine. But when done right, Pin ...

You're here because you love beer. And not just any beer, but the good stuff. The kind that makes you sit back, take a sip, and think, "Wow, this is something special." But have you ever wondered wha ...

To Soak or Not to Soak: That Is the Question?Should you soak your corks before bottling? Cork prep is one of those topics where you can ask ten different winemakers and get ten different answers. Let ...

In homebrewing, ensuring a healthy and active fermentation is paramount to producing high-quality beer. One often overlooked yet critical step in this process is wort aeration. Proper aeration provid ...

The use of synthetic corks for wine bottles has been steadily increasing over the years. It can be argued that aesthetics and nostalgia are mostly why they have not largely replaced natural ...

Ever wondered how your favorite brew gets that crystal-clear look and crisp taste? Well, it's all thanks to a nifty process called 'cold crashing'. It's like a winter vacation for your beer, and it's ...

Nearly all of the world’s great wine regions seem to share a surprising geographical trait: they sit near west-facing coastlines. From California’s Napa Valley and Chile’s Casablanc ...

The use of sulfites is one of the hottest debates in winemaking. It is such an important topic, it will be addressed in two separate blog posts. Part two will be in your next newsletter. First let’s ...

Hello, fellow brew enthusiasts! Today, we're diving deep into the frothy world of beer making, specifically focusing on the unsung heroes of the process - yeasts. Yes, you heard it right! These micro ...

Comparisons to fine wine abound when it comes to aging gracefully, but is the analogy justified? Do all wines age well? Does aging potential come from the wine, the storage or both? In this article, ...

Yeasts are not the same. There are many choices and there is a good reason for it: each has its own special style. Yeast makes beer and wine, not us, so it is important to get the right one for the j ...

If you've found your way here, you're probably looking for some inside scoop on the enigmatic glass carboy, that bulbous, necked vessel that's as integral to the home beer and winemaking process as f ...

You're reading this because you're not just a beer drinker but a beer making thinker. You're curious about how you can mix the various grains that turn that humble glass of brew from an ordinary beer ...

If you think you’ve taken every precaution, yet you are still getting stuck fermentation and/or spoilage, your problem is probably low acidity. Unlike sugar measurement, acidity is often overlooked.

Natural flavorings are the equivalent of the spice rack of the brewing and winemaking world. They are derived from plant sources, like fruits, herbs, spices, and even certain types of wood. They are ...

Every family has the politician and the stoic. Wine is no different. More well-known varietals like Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir tend to hog the conversation. But like the old saying goes, some ...

Today, we're diving into the sweet, sticky world of brown sugar and how it can transform your homemade beer and wine into something truly special. If you’ve ever wondered why your brew doesn’t have t ...

Tannins can be scary. When overpowering, they can leave you feeling like Wiley Coyote after a dose of Acme alum. But when they are right, tannins can be intrinsic to red wine. They add a lot of flavo ...

When you look at a beer label, it is tempting to treat ABV and IBU as separate statistics. Alcohol by Volume tells you how strong the beer is. International Bitterness Units tell you how bitter it wi ...

Greetings, you passionate purveyors of pints and pinots! Today, let’s take a dip into the realm of hydrometers, those delicate glass marvels that assist us in concocting our perfect brews and wines.

A Practical Guide for Late Summer and Early Fall Harvests As the late-summer harvest arrives, many home winemakers look beyond grapes to apples, pears, peaches, plums, cherries, and berries. While th ...

Introduction: Why Every Maker Should Care About Acidity If you’ve ever crafted a batch of wine or beer that tasted wonderful at bottling but somehow lost its spark a few months later—turn ...

Every harvest is like a box of chocolates—you never know what you're gonna get. Even grapes from the same vineyard can surprise you year after year. Weather cycles, temperatures, and a myriad of othe ...

If you are making fruit wines from fresh fruit, hats off to you! They are more difficult than wines made from grapes with a much larger margin of error. Grapes are the closest thing to being rea ...

About Us Label Peelers started as a humble Ohio brick-and-mortar beer and winemaking supply store run by a sixth-generation winemaker. He believed that with enough passion (and maybe a lit ...