Have you ever gone looking for a simple answer about brewing… …and twenty minutes later you’re reading about sulfate-to-chloride ratios, wondering if you need a chemistry degree just to make a decent beer? Yeah. Me too. And honestly, most brewers I know have a version of that story. Alright, pull up a stool, grab a … Read more
Have you ever walked into your local homebrew shop with your recipe in hand only to discover they’re out of one of the ingredients you need? Maybe your recipe calls for Mosaic hops, but they’re sold out. Maybe they don’t have the exact yeast strain. Or perhaps the grain you planned to use isn’t available. … Read more
Today on Brew Day, I am home brewing a Brewer’s Best 1 Gallon Partial Mash IPA kit on the stovetop. This was my first small batch partial mash brew using the new setup, and while the beer smelled incredible by the end of the brew day… things definitely did NOT go exactly according to plan … Read more
Why your airlock isn’t bubbling is one of the most common questions new homebrewers ask, and if you’ve ever stared at your fermenter wondering whether your beer is ruined, you’re definitely not alone. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard it. “Robb, my airlock isn’t bubbling. Did I ruin the beer?” The short … Read more
Does your homebrew taste fine but look hazy or cloudy?You’re not alone — this is one of the most common frustrations new homebrewers run into. The good news is that you usually don’t need extra ingredients, finings, or complicated processes to fix it. In most cases, you’re just missing one simple step: cold crashing beer. … Read more