THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO INDUCTION BREWING Induction cookware must be induction compatible, made of ferromagnetic material. For brewing, that means stainless steel is the optimal material. For large batches (up to 10 gallons) and for shorter brew days, you’ll need a 220-volt electrical line with a 15 to 20 amp breaker, like you would for a stove or dryer. THESE ARE THE HOPS YOU SHOULD BE USING IN 2021 For a large portion of brewers and craft beer enthusiasts, hops are the be-all-end-all of beer. Providing bitterness, flavor, and aroma, the Humulus lupulus is an extremely important plant for brewers.. There are hundreds of hops on the market, with the list growing larger

every year.

HOW TO MAKE HARD SELTZER BETTER THAN WHITE CLAW IN 2021 Pitch the yeast and Go Ferm Protect. Ferment at 68°F to 70°F for 2 weeks. Add ¼ teaspoon of BioFine Clear and cold crash to around 32°F for 2 days. Add flavoring extract to a clean keg or bottling bucket. Rack the hard seltzer to keg or bottling bucket. Keg or bottle with carbonation of 2.5 to 3.0 volumes CO 2. WHAT IS A STUCK FERMENTATION AND HOW TO FIX IT IN 2021 Take a sample (250 mls or so) from the fermentor. Pitch a crap ton of yeast (an eighth of a pack or vial). This is obvious but you need to use the same strain as you did for the main batch. Ferment it warm, say 70-80 F, until finished. This will tell you what the actual FG of your beer isor should be. UNDER PRESSURE: WHAT IS PRESSURE FERMENTATION? Pressure fermentation is the process of fermenting beer inside a closed and pressurized vessel. Typical fermentations allow CO2 to escape the fermenter through an airlock or blow-off tube. In pressurized fermentation, the fermenter is sealed and the CO2 produced by the fermentation is trapped inside. As fermentation progresses, CO2

continues to

LEARN HOW TO BREW KILLER NEW ENGLAND IPA (NEIPA) IN 2021 Adding hops during and after fermentation is the major aroma and flavor driver for NEIPA. Known as dry hopping, this step is crucial in NEIPA brewing. Make sure you use only the freshest and highest quality hops, and dry hop in the fermenter with 6 to 12 ounces of hops per 5

gallons.

HOW TO BREW AN INCREDIBLY CRISP KOLSCH IN 2021 Force carbonation is the quickest and easiest way to carbonate Kolsch, and produces consistent results. Bottle conditioning is also possible. Prime beer and allow bottles to carbonate at around 65-68°F for 2 to 3 weeks. Chill bottles to 32-40°F and allow them to cold-condition for another 2 to 4 weeks. THE 10 BEST MEXICAN BEERS Carta Blanca. Carta Blanca is a well-known Mexican beer in the world. It has achieved many rewards and recognitions in various beer exhibitions. The golden color lager has a 4.5% alcoholic content. It has a very balanced flavor and contains high quality ingredients. It is Cervecería Cuauhtémoc’s first premium beer. WHAT IS HELIUM BEER? IS IT REAL? The hype of helium infused beer is not only fictional and fake, but also impossible. Helium is the least soluble gas in beer. Unlike carbon dioxide, helium can’t create a fizz when infused in beer because of its insolubility. Helium cannot dissolve into beer because liquid helium turns into gas at -220°F. AN EASY GUIDE TO YEAST WASHING IN 2021 [SAVE THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO INDUCTION BREWING Induction cookware must be induction compatible, made of ferromagnetic material. For brewing, that means stainless steel is the optimal material. For large batches (up to 10 gallons) and for shorter brew days, you’ll need a 220-volt electrical line with a 15 to 20 amp breaker, like you would for a stove or dryer. THESE ARE THE HOPS YOU SHOULD BE USING IN 2021 For a large portion of brewers and craft beer enthusiasts, hops are the be-all-end-all of beer. Providing bitterness, flavor, and aroma, the Humulus lupulus is an extremely important plant for brewers.. There are hundreds of hops on the market, with the list growing larger

every year.

HOW TO MAKE HARD SELTZER BETTER THAN WHITE CLAW IN 2021 Pitch the yeast and Go Ferm Protect. Ferment at 68°F to 70°F for 2 weeks. Add ¼ teaspoon of BioFine Clear and cold crash to around 32°F for 2 days. Add flavoring extract to a clean keg or bottling bucket. Rack the hard seltzer to keg or bottling bucket. Keg or bottle with carbonation of 2.5 to 3.0 volumes CO 2. WHAT IS A STUCK FERMENTATION AND HOW TO FIX IT IN 2021 Take a sample (250 mls or so) from the fermentor. Pitch a crap ton of yeast (an eighth of a pack or vial). This is obvious but you need to use the same strain as you did for the main batch. Ferment it warm, say 70-80 F, until finished. This will tell you what the actual FG of your beer isor should be. UNDER PRESSURE: WHAT IS PRESSURE FERMENTATION? Pressure fermentation is the process of fermenting beer inside a closed and pressurized vessel. Typical fermentations allow CO2 to escape the fermenter through an airlock or blow-off tube. In pressurized fermentation, the fermenter is sealed and the CO2 produced by the fermentation is trapped inside. As fermentation progresses, CO2

continues to

LEARN HOW TO BREW KILLER NEW ENGLAND IPA (NEIPA) IN 2021 Adding hops during and after fermentation is the major aroma and flavor driver for NEIPA. Known as dry hopping, this step is crucial in NEIPA brewing. Make sure you use only the freshest and highest quality hops, and dry hop in the fermenter with 6 to 12 ounces of hops per 5

gallons.

HOW TO BREW AN INCREDIBLY CRISP KOLSCH IN 2021 Force carbonation is the quickest and easiest way to carbonate Kolsch, and produces consistent results. Bottle conditioning is also possible. Prime beer and allow bottles to carbonate at around 65-68°F for 2 to 3 weeks. Chill bottles to 32-40°F and allow them to cold-condition for another 2 to 4 weeks. THE 10 BEST MEXICAN BEERS Carta Blanca. Carta Blanca is a well-known Mexican beer in the world. It has achieved many rewards and recognitions in various beer exhibitions. The golden color lager has a 4.5% alcoholic content. It has a very balanced flavor and contains high quality ingredients. It is Cervecería Cuauhtémoc’s first premium beer. WHAT IS HELIUM BEER? IS IT REAL? The hype of helium infused beer is not only fictional and fake, but also impossible. Helium is the least soluble gas in beer. Unlike carbon dioxide, helium can’t create a fizz when infused in beer because of its insolubility. Helium cannot dissolve into beer because liquid helium turns into gas at -220°F. AN EASY GUIDE TO YEAST WASHING IN 2021 [SAVE THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO INDUCTION BREWING Induction cookware must be induction compatible, made of ferromagnetic material. For brewing, that means stainless steel is the optimal material. For large batches (up to 10 gallons) and for shorter brew days, you’ll need a 220-volt electrical line with a 15 to 20 amp breaker, like you would for a stove or dryer. UNDER PRESSURE: WHAT IS PRESSURE FERMENTATION? Pressure fermentation is the process of fermenting beer inside a closed and pressurized vessel. Typical fermentations allow CO2 to escape the fermenter through an airlock or blow-off tube. In pressurized fermentation, the fermenter is sealed and the CO2 produced by the fermentation is trapped inside. As fermentation progresses, CO2

continues to

HOW TO GROW HOPS: THE COMPLETE 2021 GUIDE Hop farmers usually use twine tied to a wire trellis that is at least 18 feet tall. For the backyard, 12 – 14 feet is tall enough. Once your hops grow past about 16 inches, they can be trained onto twine. You want to gently wrap the bine (yes, it’s a “bine” not a vine) around the twine in a clockwise fashion a few times. THESE ARE THE WORLD’S BEST SAISONS IN 2021 Saison du Pinacle is a cloudy, pale Saison, fermented with Brettanomyces and their Saison yeast. The funkiness blends unexpectedly well with a heavy dose of American and Australian hops. Supremely dry and refreshing, Saison du Pinacle is a hoppy, dank, and

funky crusher.

HOW TO FLY SPARGE IN 2021 The range of accepted values is 0.1-0.2 gallons per pound of grain, usually on the lower side. The formula itself is very simple. You should sparge with the same amount of water you mashed with, minus the amount the grain absorbed. Or, in other words, the target pre-boil volume should be the runoff of BEST BREW KETTLE FOR HOMEBREWERS Given all of those factors, we think that the SS Brewtech Kettle Brewmaster Edition is the best brew kettle for most homebrewers. It has all of the features you could ever want including a rotating racking arm, whirlpool inlet, dished bottom and etched volume markings. Not too mention, it looks amazing. That being said, this is

a direct fire

THE BEST HOMEBREW MALTS MILLS FOR CRUSHING GRAIN Grain mills are essential pieces of equipment to brew consistent and quality homebrew. There are a lot of options on the market but the best homebrew grain mill is the Ss Grain Mill by Ss BrewTech. If you want professional quality construction and perfectly crushed malt, invest in the Ss Grain Mill. The Monster Mill MM3 is also a great

mill.

THESE ARE THE WORLD’S BEST MILKSHAKE IPAS IN 2021 Catapulting this new direction of IPA to the next level, Tired Hands and Omnipollo teamed up to develop the most decadent IPA they could imagine. Maximizing mouthfeel, sweetness, and fruitiness, these savvy brewer-friends coined the term “milkshake IPA”. Milkshake IPAs can range anywhere from 5.5% to THESE ARE THE BEST BELGIAN TRIPELS AVAILABLE IN 2021 Golden, spicy, fruity, and oh-so smooth, Belgian Tripel is a luxurious and delicious beer. Belgian Tripel is a strong pale ale, between 8 to 12% ABV. It’s defined by distinct notes of bready malts, herbaceous and floral hops, and complex fruit and spice from the yeast. The original and arguably best, Tripel Westmalle, is AN EASY GUIDE TO YEAST WASHING IN 2021 [SAVE Step 4: Let yeast and water mixture settle for 45 to 60 minutes. Let the water and yeast mixture settle for about an hour. Slowly, the heavier trub material (including protein, hops, and dead yeast cells) will settle to the bottom of the fermenter. The lighter colored, hazy liquid floating on top is where all of the yeast is. THESE ARE THE WORLD’S BEST PILSNERS IN 2021. Pilsner beer is one of the world’s most popular drinks. Golden, effervescent, and refreshing, pilsners are the default go-to beer for

most beer drinkers.

THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO INDUCTION BREWING If you can place your induction cooker and kettle under your stove’s vent hood, that works too. For garage, deck, or balcony brewers, you don’t have to worry about steam build-up as long as you have natural airflow in the brewing space. LEARN HOW TO BREW KILLER NEW ENGLAND IPA (NEIPA) IN 2021 Brewing the perfect New England IPA is a fun but challenging process. We’ll guide you through homebrewing the most delicious, juicy, hazy,

and soft NEIPA.

HOW TO FLY SPARGE IN 2021 If you’d like to learn more about batch sparging, check out our how-to article on the subject.. Fly sparging is a lot like batch sparging. The main difference is that HOW TO BREW AN INCREDIBLY CRISP KOLSCH IN 2021 Homebrewing lagers can be time intensive and costly. Kolsch, that clean, snappy, German ale, is a great alternative to brew a thirst quenching and crisp, easy drinking beer. THE BEST HOMEBREW MALTS MILLS FOR CRUSHING GRAIN Let’s take a look at the best grain mills to suit any type of homebrewer’s needs. Monster Mill MM3. Also great. Monster Brewing Hardware specializes in handcrafted grain mills that are made in the

USA.

HOW TO MAKE HARD SELTZER BETTER THAN WHITE CLAW IN 2021 Learn how to make Hard Seltzer at home using a few simple ingredients and an easy process. Make your own White Claw clone for homemade, amazing Hard Seltzer. THESE ARE THE WORLD’S BEST NEW ENGLAND IPAS IN 2021 New England IPA has changed the global landscape of craft beer. Find out the world’s best NEIPAs that’ll take your tastebuds on a ride to juicy, hoppy paradise. THIS IS HOW YOU MAKE A PERFECT YEAST STARTER A no-nonsense guide to making a yeast starter including pictures, a simple recipe, and detailed instructions. The only resource you will

ever need.

AN EASY GUIDE TO YEAST WASHING IN 2021 [SAVE THESE ARE THE WORLD’S BEST PILSNERS IN 2021. Pilsner beer is one of the world’s most popular drinks. Golden, effervescent, and refreshing, pilsners are the default go-to beer for

most beer drinkers.

THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO INDUCTION BREWING If you can place your induction cooker and kettle under your stove’s vent hood, that works too. For garage, deck, or balcony brewers, you don’t have to worry about steam build-up as long as you have natural airflow in the brewing space. LEARN HOW TO BREW KILLER NEW ENGLAND IPA (NEIPA) IN 2021 Brewing the perfect New England IPA is a fun but challenging process. We’ll guide you through homebrewing the most delicious, juicy, hazy,

and soft NEIPA.

HOW TO FLY SPARGE IN 2021 If you’d like to learn more about batch sparging, check out our how-to article on the subject.. Fly sparging is a lot like batch sparging. The main difference is that HOW TO BREW AN INCREDIBLY CRISP KOLSCH IN 2021 Homebrewing lagers can be time intensive and costly. Kolsch, that clean, snappy, German ale, is a great alternative to brew a thirst quenching and crisp, easy drinking beer. THE BEST HOMEBREW MALTS MILLS FOR CRUSHING GRAIN Let’s take a look at the best grain mills to suit any type of homebrewer’s needs. Monster Mill MM3. Also great. Monster Brewing Hardware specializes in handcrafted grain mills that are made in the

USA.

HOW TO MAKE HARD SELTZER BETTER THAN WHITE CLAW IN 2021 Learn how to make Hard Seltzer at home using a few simple ingredients and an easy process. Make your own White Claw clone for homemade, amazing Hard Seltzer. THESE ARE THE WORLD’S BEST NEW ENGLAND IPAS IN 2021 New England IPA has changed the global landscape of craft beer. Find out the world’s best NEIPAs that’ll take your tastebuds on a ride to juicy, hoppy paradise. THIS IS HOW YOU MAKE A PERFECT YEAST STARTER A no-nonsense guide to making a yeast starter including pictures, a simple recipe, and detailed instructions. The only resource you will

ever need.

AN EASY GUIDE TO YEAST WASHING IN 2021 [SAVE THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO INDUCTION BREWING If you can place your induction cooker and kettle under your stove’s vent hood, that works too. For garage, deck, or balcony brewers, you don’t have to worry about steam build-up as long as you have natural airflow in the brewing space. THESE ARE THE WORLD’S BEST PILSNERS IN 2021. Pilsner beer is one of the world’s most popular drinks. Golden, effervescent, and refreshing, pilsners are the default go-to beer for

most beer drinkers.

HOW TO FLY SPARGE IN 2021 If you’d like to learn more about batch sparging, check out our how-to article on the subject.. Fly sparging is a lot like batch sparging. The main difference is that HOW TO GROW HOPS: THE COMPLETE 2021 GUIDE There are a lot of reasons to grow your own hops. Unique flavors, fresh hop beers, organic hops, and plain-old-fashioned badassery to

name a few.

THE BEST HOMEBREW MALTS MILLS FOR CRUSHING GRAIN Let’s take a look at the best grain mills to suit any type of homebrewer’s needs. Monster Mill MM3. Also great. Monster Brewing Hardware specializes in handcrafted grain mills that are made in the

USA.

THESE ARE THE WORLD’S BEST SAISONS IN 2021 Saison has undergone a recent surge in popularity, mainly due to the American craft beer scene’s enthusiasm for the style. Once a locals-only style in Belgium and Northern France, Saison is now brewed around the globe by many of the world’s best craft breweries. UNDER PRESSURE: WHAT IS PRESSURE FERMENTATION? What is the ideal fermentation pressure? Fermentation pressure depends on beer style, yeast selection, and fermentation temperature. When using a new yeast, always start on the low side. 5 PSI is a great starting point, but pressure fermentation can produce great results all the way up to 15 PSI. WHAT IS A STUCK FERMENTATION AND HOW TO FIX IT IN 2021 Yeast Health. Yeast health is paramount. It’s more important than how much you pitch, within reason. The best way to ensure yeast health is top notch is to brew with the freshest yeast possible. THESE ARE THE 10 BEST BELGIAN BEERS IN 2021 In Belgium, beer is sacrosanct. Committed to tradition, Belgian brewers make some of the world’s greatest and most timeless beer. In the thousands of local pubs spread across the small country, beer is a unifying source of pride for the Belgian people. THESE ARE THE HOPS YOU SHOULD BE USING IN 2021 For a large portion of brewers and craft beer enthusiasts, hops are the be-all-end-all of beer. Providing bitterness, flavor, and aroma, the Humulus lupulus is an extremely important plant for brewers.. There are hundreds of hops on the market, with the list growing larger

every year.

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