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[This press release was originally published on BrewersAssociation.org] According to newly released demographics data from the American Homebrewers Association (AHA)—the leading organization dedicated to advancing and educating people on the hobby of homebrewing—there are currently 1.1 million people…
Mash grains at 150°F (66°C) for one hour. Mash out at 168°F (76°C). Sparge with 168°F (76°C) water to collect 7 gallons. Boil 120 minutes. Cool to 70°F (21°C) and pitch yeast. Ferment at 67°F (19°C) for two weeks.…
Add the crushed black malt to 2 gallons (7.5 L) of water and let steep at 150–160°F (65–71°C) for 30 minutes, then remove the grains with a strainer. Add the malt extracts and boiling hops and boil for 60 minutes.…
Test yourself on beer service in this week's Tuesday Beer Trivia. Maintaining clean draught lines is key to making sure that your homebrew flavors are preserved just the way you intended. Secondary to that is knowing proper beer serving and pouring…
Editor's Note: This article was originally published on Brulosophy.com, a website dedicated to the understanding of brewing ingredients and methods through various "exBEERiments." by Marshall Schott The first beer I ever made was an Irish Red Ale kit that…
For your convenience, all links mentioned in the November/December 2017 issue of Zymurgy magazine are listed below. About Zymurgy Zymurgy is the bi-monthly journal for members of the American Homebrewers Association (AHA). All issues of Zymurgy magazine through the year 2000 can…
Using soft water, begin the infusion mash with 4 gallons (15.1 liters) of brewing liquor and rest at 145°F (63°C). Stir in 3 g gypsum and rest for 20 minutes. Add 1.5 gallons (5.7 L) of boiling liquor to step…
White Labs explains yeast pitching rates and yeast starter recommendations in regards to homebrewing beer.
Note: You’ll need a 6-gallon (22.7-liter) or larger fermenter for this brew! Core apples by removing centers. A grill designed for smoking food is self-explanatory. If you use a charcoal grill, use enough charcoal to provide a low and even…
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