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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 ...
Weizenbier: An Overview of the German Wheat Beer(Post)Weizenbier, or wheat beer, is the original, and traditional German beer brewed with a high proportion of wheat malt. Weizenbiers are characterized by their hazy appearance and unique flavor and aroma ...
The American Pale Wheat Ale: Already a Classic(Post)The American Pale Wheat Ale is relatively new, yet this unique style of beer that has become increasingly popular in the United States in recent years. Let’s explore the flavor profile, brewing techn ...
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 ...
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 ...
Beer Grains: A Quick Overview(Post)You might be thinking about mixing things up for your next batch. Here’s a quick overview of how different grains will affect the body, flavors and colors of your beers. With the growing craft beer i ...
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 ...
The Weizenbier: A Taste of Nobility(Post)You, the home beer maker, are about to embark on a fascinating journey. A journey that will take you back to the origins of one of the world's most beloved beer styles - the Weizenbier. As you delve ...
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 ...
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 ...
Do All Beer Grains Have the Same Amount of Fermentable Sugar?(Post)Sugars in grains make your favorite brews possible, but they're also a source of great variability and potential confusion. So, let's dive into the sweet world of sugars in grains and understand how ...
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 ...
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 ...