Homebrewers in Mexico are bucking the status quo in a power struggle that dates to the Spanish conquistadors’ introduction of malt beer to the Americas.

AHA member Ken Schultz spent a hop harvest in the Hallertau region. In this vivid narrative, Zymurgy readers gain a glimpse into that magical time of year in Bavaria

In 2015, there were no Latino-focused homebrew clubs in the United States. Five years later, the SoCal Cerveceros are 200 strong and getting bigger. A culture of inclusion has been key to their success.

Time does not heal all wounds when it comes to meadmaking. So what makes a mead worthy of aging? With little solid research available to supply advice, home meadmakers must rely on anectdotal evidence. Here, we explore some of those anecdotes.

Much conventional wisom exists on how to brew beers with more than 20% ABV. Let’s throw most of it out the window and consider other approaches to making a good strong ale.

In these times of upheaval and social change, it’s nice to know we can cling to a few things that don’t change much. According to discerning palates of Zymurgy readers, the best beers in America remain firmly entrenched.