Introduction to Mashing Beer? You’ve seen brewers pouring large bags of grains into tanks. It’s one of brewing’s most ubiquitous images. But what turns these kernels of barley or wheat into delicious beer? Mashing is one of the most important all-grain brewing functions. It’s essentially the process of mixing crushed grains with hot water in […]
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In This Article Introduction to Mexican Style Lagers In the summer, there are few things as refreshing to sip on in the warm sun as lagers, and one lager style in particular has the distinct flavor of a beach vacation, even in your own backyard. With the right recipe, the Mexican Cerveza (Mexican Lager) can
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In This Article Introduction to Extract Brewing Homebrewing is like anything else: you have to start somewhere. For most, this won’t mean a massive brewhouse with all the bells and whistles. No matter how into brewing you are, it’s silly to dive in with the Rolls-Royce of gear when you’re first starting out. For homebrewers,
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In This Article Introduction to Czech Pilsners The beer type, Czech pilsner, originates from the city of Pilsen. The beer is characterized by its use of light and pale malts, which give the beer its distinctive yellow to golden color and malty taste with a good sweetness. The hops used for brewing pilsner are Saaz. This hop gives
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In This Article Introduction to All-Grain Brewing Equipment All-grain brewing is the most common form of professional brewing and the preferred method for experienced homebrewers. It differs from the simplified extract brewing commonly used by beginners and is widely considered the more authentic approach. Instead of dissolving extracted syrups that contain the fermentable sugars of
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In This Article Introduction to All Grain Brewing Homebrewing is not exactly a pursuit for the impatient. Even once you’re set up in your garage or kitchen, there will be more issues to figure out and more troubleshooting along the way. After your first successful batch? You’ll need to replicate that and become consistent. Not
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In This Article Introduction to Raspberry Wheat Ale If you’re looking for a refreshing, fruity beer to enjoy during the warmer months, a raspberry wheat ale is a great option. This beer combines the crisp, clean flavors of a traditional wheat beer with the sweet, tangy taste of fresh raspberries, resulting in a brew that
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Introduction Homebrewing: a glorious journey of bubbling barrels, malty aromas, and frosty rewards. But the path to brewing perfection isn’t always paved with lauter tubs and hops. Fear not, fellow sudsmiths, for today we unlock the secrets of seasoned brewers and unveil five golden hacks to elevate your homebrewing game! 1. Temperature Control: The Silent
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