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As homebrewers, we are always searching for the answer on how to brew better beer. Our How to Brew content features cover a wide array of technical brewing topics geared towards all levels of homebrewer. Whether you are looking for an introduction to kegging or how to perform the historic krausening technique, we’ve got you covered! Head over to our Let’s Brew section for more tutorials and tips, and if you are in search for the perfect beer recipe check out our Homebrew Recipe archive!

The Domestication of Beer Yeast

Explore the domestication of beer yeast, from the 16th century to today.

How to Build a Hop Oast

Learn how to easily build a hop oast for drying your homegrown hops.

Hefeweizen: The German Session Beer

If you’re seeking big flavor and bigger refreshment on a hot summer’s day, it’s hard to beat the southern German classic that is hefeweizen.

Grain Comparison: Pale Malt (2-row) vs. Pilsner Malt

This Brulosophy exBEERiment digs into the differences between pale (2-row) malt and Pilsner malt.

The Secrets to Better Beer Foam

There's nothing like the look of a creamy head on a homebrewed stout or the lacing on a glass after finishing a Belgian ale. But beer foam isn't just about appearance. The bubbles from your beer impact carbonation level, aroma, flavor and body. Beer…

Homemade Temperature Control Homebrewing

How to Build a Temperature Controller

How to build a dual-stage temperature controller at home.

Is the Lupulin Threshold Shift Fact or Fiction?

Do beer drinkers build up a resistance to hops? It's a question that's surrounded by controversy and uncertainty, with experts from all over giving their input on the matter.

Nostalgia: Exploring 19th Century British Ales

Explore the IPAs and Porters of 19th century Britain.

Making Sense of Your Homebrew Competition Scoresheet

Learn how to get the most out of your homebrew competition scoresheet results.

Brew in a Bag: To Squeeze or Not to Squeeze

This experiment evaluates the differences between two beers made using the BIAB (Brew In A Bag) method where one grain bag was squeezed post-mash while the other was allowed to drain.

5 Tips for Homebrewing Lager

Here are 5 tips that will improve your homebrewed lager, whether you’re a seasoned veteran or a first-timer.

Party Time: Homebrew Club Bars

Drew Beechum is a past president of the Maltose Falcons and a frequent contributor to Zymurgy. This article appeared in the Mar/Apr 2008 issue of Zymurgy magazine. Ah, that satisfied smirk creeps across your…

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