Mastering Beer Racking: 10 Essential Aspects

Beer racking is an essential step in making beer that involves transferring the beer from one fermentation vessel to another to promote clarity, maturation, and flavor development. This step is typically performed after primary fermentation and can be followed by secondary fermentation, bottling, or kegging. Racking requires careful attention to sanitation, oxidation prevention, and proper … Read more

Sparging: What It Is and How to Do It?

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If you’re into making beer, you’ve probably heard the term “sparging” before. It’s an essential part of the brewing process that involves rinsing the grains to extract the sugars that will ultimately be turned into alcohol during fermentation. In this article, we’ll look closer at sparging, the different types, and how to do each. What … Read more