Archive for December, 2008
Sunday, December 28th, 2008
There is a lot of debate out there regarding glass versus plastic for the fermentation vessel. It is really a toss up and comes down to personal preference.
Which is better, a glass carboy or a plastic bucket as a fermenter?
In terms of cleaning, buckets are way easier. ...
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Sunday, December 21st, 2008
This was the second attempt at an English Pub Bitter, and it is actually more like an Extra Special Bitter (ESB) this time given the IBUs at 43+. I am very happy with the results, the beer is definitely bitter, but not flooring. It has a nice malty flavor, a ...
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Thursday, December 18th, 2008
How to Brew - By John Palmer
Everything You Need To Know To Brew Beer Right The First Time
This is the book to own for home brewing. I found it especially useful after I had done a few extract batches and was looking to go into the all-grain realm. The book ...
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Friday, December 12th, 2008
The Beer Judge Certification Program (BJCP) puts out a set of style guidelines for beer, mead, and cider. Across the categories of beer there is a wide variation in average alcohol content, bitterness, and color. This article examines the average for OG, FG, ABV, IBU and SRM ...
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Sunday, December 7th, 2008
Most beginning brewers start with malt extract. Compared to all grain brewing there is a lot less to track, but it can still be overwhelming at first. Our Brew Day Sheet for Extract Recipes will help you to make sense of this, and brew more consistently.
The most basic thing ...
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