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The Essential Guide to Using Dark Malts in Home Brewing(Post)
You're here because you've got a burning desire to know more about the grains that make your favorite stout and porter beers.The grains you choose for your beer are like the foundation of a house. Fo ...
The Advantages of Malt Extracts!(Post)Liquid malts are created by a process called mashing. This process involves soaking grains (usually barley) in hot water for an extended period of time to convert their starches into sugars. The resu ...
Crystal Malt: Adding a Splash of Color and a Dash of Sweetness(Post)If you're looking to add a little pizzazz to your pint, let's talk about the magic of crystal malt. It's like the fairy dust of the beer world, adding color, flavor, and a certain je ne sais quoi to ...
The Porter: Not All Dark Beers Are Bitter(Post)If you want to explore dark beers but stouts are a bit bitter and too alcoholic for your pallet, try making a porter. Porters are sweeter with a lower ABV. They characteristically have chocolate flav ...
Understanding Adjuncts(Post)Adjuncts are a type of cereal grains or other fermentable ingredients you can use in your beer. They are typically added to alter the flavor, aroma, and body that come from the base grains and m ...
Want to Try Craft Beer? Try Making a Red Ale First.(Post)If you are looking to venture into craft beers, try making a red ale. Red ale is a great transition to craft beers because it has a full-bodied flavor, but it is not too strong and doesn’t have an ov ...
The Science Behind How Mash Temperatures Craft Your Beer's Flavor Spectrum(Post)How well do you control your mash temperatures? The key is a careful balance between your chosen malt and the precise temperature at which you mash it. Grab your brew paddle. Let's embark upon t ...
The World Renouned Continental Pilsner(Post)The Continental Pilsner is a style of beer that has been around since the mid-19th century. It is a light-bodied, golden-colored lager that is characterized by its crisp, dry finish and a moderate ho ...
Learning All Grain Brewing Through Coffee Stout(Post)The Moonlit Java Stout all grain kit will raise your level as a brewer. Making this beer forces you to work through techniques and decisions that move beyond basic process and into real craft develop ...
Barley: The Muscle Man of Beer Making(Post)Barley, the humble grain, has been the cornerstone of beer making for centuries. Its first documented use dates back to 5,000 BC in ancient Iran, making it one of the oldest cultivated grains in huma ...
Care about Grain Freshness? The Many Advantages of Crushed-To-Order Beer Kits(Post)As a passionate homebrewer, you're like an alchemist, transforming humble ingredients into liquid gold. You know that the quality of your ingredients is the magic key to unlocking the perfect brew. G ...
The Art of the Boil: How Timing Can Make or Break Your Brew(Post)So, you've done your homework. You have the right grains, hops, and yeast all lined up, ready to create your next award-winning homebrew. But wait! Before you dive into the boiling pot, let's talk ab ...
The Yeast Chronicles: A Deep Dive into Top and Bottom Fermenting Yeasts in Home Brewing(Post)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 ...
Flaked Barley: A Grain of Thought for a Heady Beer(Post)Hello, fellow beer enthusiasts! Today, we're diving deep into the world of flaked barley, a hidden gem in the beer-making process. If you're looking to add a unique twist to your home brew, flaked ba ...
The Best Adjunct Grains for Beer Head Retention(Post)When you pour a beer and see a thick, creamy head form at the top of the glass, you are looking at more than just foam. That head plays an important role in the overall drinking experience. It carrie ...
The Miracle of Modern Beer Yeasts! (Post)When you make your next batch, you might want to spend a little extra time to make your yeast selection. You have hundreds of engineered beer yeast choices at your disposal, and all of them will ...
5 Brewing Techniques Best Learned by Using Beer Kits(Post)If you have been brewing for a while, you already understand the basics. You know how to boil, ferment, and package a solid beer. But what separates a good brewer from a truly versatile one is not re ...
How to Select Yeast for Beer and Winemaking(Post)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 ...
Hops Spotlight: Zythos Hops, a Newcomer with a Big Entrance(Post)Zythos hops, a relatively fresh face in the world of brewing, first saw the light of day in the USA. This innovative hop variety didn't just sprout up from the ground; it was meticulously crafted and ...
Can I Mix Grains When I Make Beer?(Post)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 ...
Beer Kits: Your Gateway to Specialty Brewing, Even if You’re a Pro(Post)As a seasoned brewer with a taste for the extraordinary, you've probably considered expanding your repertoire to include more specialty beers. But how do you venture into this uncharted territory? Th ...
Can the Wrong ABV Ruin Homemade Beer and Wine?(Post)Imagine yourself as a tightrope walker, teetering high above the ground, balancing the fine line between alcohol levels and the other characteristics in your homemade beer or wine. It's important to ...