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Winemaking Is Not Baking: Why Fruit Refuses to Behave Like an Ingredient(Post)
One of the most persistent misunderstandings in home winemaking is the belief that it should behave like baking. Follow a recipe. Measure carefully. Repeat the steps. Expect the same result every time
It's Not Magic: Find Out Why Your Beer Has No Head(Post)If your beer's foam is disappearing faster than a politician's promises after an election, you might be feeling a little flat. But don't worry, you'll perk you up again. Let's investigate the frothy w
Clarifying Your Wine with Keiselsol and Chitosan: A Clear Path to Success(Post)One of the most important aspects of winemaking is achieving a clear, sediment-free wine that not only looks great but also tastes amazing. That's where Keiselsol and Chitosan come in! These two finin
How to Avoid Stuck Fermentation(Post)Stuck fermentation is a common issue in the world of brewing and winemaking, but it's one that can and should be avoided with the right knowledge and techniques. This article will guide you through th
Star San: An Effective and Safe Sanitizing Solution for Beer and Wine Makers (Post)As a beer or winemaker, you are always fretting about the importance of sanitation, quality and safety. Star San is an ideal sanitizing solution for your beer and wine because it is composed
Struggling with Malty and High Gravity Beers? It Might Be Your Water.(Post)You take great care to assemble the right ingredients for your beers, but have you ever considered your water profile? Today, we're diving into the world of ACCUmash SRM >26, Malty, 1.075-1.090 OG Wat
12.5% vs 14% ABV: Why That Small Difference Changes Everything(Post)At a glance, the difference between a 12.5% wine and a 14% wine doesn’t look like much. Just 1.5%. Easy to assume they are more or less the same, with a slight difference in strength. Not so fast. Upo
Fruit Flies and Wine: A Serendipitous Symbiosis(Post)The tantalizing aroma of your favorite wine may owe a debt of gratitude to an unexpected source: fruit flies. However, the role these tiny creatures play is more coincidental than direct. Research led
The Great Cork Debate: A Guide to Wine Stoppers(Post)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?
If You're Not Using Yeast Energizer?(Post)People like to say that little things mean a lot, because sometimes they really do. When you are preparing a batch of wort or must, small details can matter most for your yeast to transform them into
IBU vs ABV: How Bitterness and Alcohol Are Engineered for Synergy(Post)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 wil
The Realities of Aging Wine: Is Older Always Better?(Post)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, l
Mastering Must Preparation for Apples, Stone Fruits, and Berries(Post)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 the
Rice Hulls: A Simple Defense Against the Dreaded Stuck Sparge(Post)Ever find yourself in the middle of a brew day, only to be thwarted by a stuck sparge? You know that moment when your mash decides to transform into a stubborn, gelatinous blob that refuses to let any
The Glass Fortress: Fermenting Your Beer in Carboys(Post)If you are still using plastic fermenters and carboys for making beer, let’s talk about the sanctity of glass and why you might want to upgrade. In the realm of homebrewing, the quest for the perfect
How to Make Beer and Wine at Home: A Simple Guide for Newbies(Post)If you’ve found this article, you’re already ahead of many beginners. The world of home brewing and winemaking can be overwhelming, especially with the sheer volume of advice available online. From Yo
How Much Oxygen Does Your Wort Really Need?(Post)There is a moment in every brewer’s life when the hobby stops being “boil sugary grain tea and hope for the best” and becomes something sharper, stranger, and more satisfying. Maybe it happens after y
Your Wine Cellar Does Not Need to Be Perfect—but It Does Need to Be Dark(Post)Why Light May Be a Bigger Storage Threat Than Small Temperature Fluctuations Home winemakers spend a lot of time worrying about temperature. Is the basement too warm? Did the room climb a few degrees
Winds, Currents, and Climate: The Maritime Formula Behind Great Wine(Post)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 Casablanca to Bordeaux, Sout
The Hidden Dangers of Recipes in Winemaking: A Comprehensive Guide(Post)So, you've got your fruit, your yeast, your carboy, and a recipe you found online that promises to deliver the perfect bottle of homemade vino. But before you start crushing those grapes (or apples, o
Is My Wine's Acidity too High? Potassium Bicarbonate Is an Easy Fix for Sour Wine(Post)Your wine is fermented and you are excited to sample it. As you take your first sip, your face spontaneously contorts, your mouth tightens and your hopes drop. It's sour. You often read about the dang
The Lees You Know: The Art and Science of Managing Sediment in Winemaking(Post)Today, we're diving deep into the bottom of your carboy where the lees lie. If you're scratching your head wondering, "What on earth are lees?" or if you're a seasoned winemaker looking to refine your
Can I Use Wine Yeast for Beer, Beer Yeast for Wine or Bread Yeast for Either?(Post)When the time comes to choose your yeast, you have lots of choices. Ask what’s the best on social media and you’ll get a lot of different answers. So how do you know what to do? In the end, your selec
Does ABV Vary for Different Grapes?(Post)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 your se
Irish Moss: The Secret Ingredient for a Crystal-Clear Brew(Post)If you're a beer enthusiast, you've probably heard of Irish Moss. If not, don't worry, you're about to get schooled on this magical ingredient that can take your homebrew from cloudy to clear faster t
What is Bentonite and How Is It Used in Winemaking?(Post)As a home winemaker, so many of the processes you use have ancient origins, but there is one that is a very recent innovation. Though it lacks the historicity of processes like using sulfites, which c
Chilling Out: The Art of Cold Fermentation in White Wine Making(Post)Winter is the perfect time to make your summer whites. The temperature at which you ferment your white wine is not just a minor detail. In this article, we will investigate what happens when you ferme
Stuck Fermentation or Infected Wine? Fortification Turns a Setback Into Art(Post)You open your fermenter and something feels wrong. The airlock has gone quiet too soon. Your gravity has stalled at 1.028 and refuses to move. Or worse, a thin pellicle has formed across the surface.
Pale Wine, Heavy Punch(Post)By the looks of the wine in this picture, you could be forgiven for thinking it was a light rosé. Guess again. I am at the beach in Italy with my family, technically on vacation, though I apparently n
How All-Grain Brewing Lets You Control Sugar and Beer Body(Post)A Hands-On Guide to Sugar Control Through Three All-Grain Beer Kits Most brewers start by focusing on what goes into their beer. Ingredients matter, but as you gain experience, you begin to realize th
The Magic of the Oak Barrel: a Genie in a Bottle or a Witches Cauldron?(Post)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
Wine Aging Explained: Time Is the Project Manager, You're the Boss(Post)Young wine is a crowded employee meeting where everyone talks at once. Alcohol keeps interrupting. Tannin is being rude. Oak has prepared a very long presentation about oak. Acid is asking pointed que