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The Mystery of Mash Thickness: Does Ratio Really Matter?

Curious whether the amount of water you mash with really changes your beer? Dive into the thin-vs-thick mash debate—exploring efficiency, body, and flavor—to see if dialing in your mash thickness is a game-changer or just brewing lore.

Brandon Copeland

May 18, 2025

The Forgotten Step: Do You Ever Do a Mashout?

Mashouts are recommended in many texts but skipped by most homebrewers. Is it a relic of commercial brewing or a secret tool?

Brandon Copeland

May 11, 2025

From Carboy to Taproom: Could Your Homebrew Scale to a Nano Brewery?

Thinking of turning your homebrewing passion into a nano brewery? Explore the rewards and challenges of scaling up to small-batch professional brewing and see if it’s the right next step for you.

Brandon Copeland

May 04, 2025

Wet Hopping: A Fresh Idea or Just Extra Work?

Is wet hopping worth the extra hassle, or is it just seasonal hype? Explore the pros and cons of brewing with fresh, unprocessed hops and share your perspective.

Brandon Copeland

Apr 27, 2025

The Rise of Herbal Beers

Herbal beers are gaining popularity, but are they innovative brews or just another fleeting trend? Discover what homebrewers think about using herbs like rosemary, lavender, and basil in their recipes.

Brandon Copeland

Apr 20, 2025

Holidays and Beer

Happy Easter!

Brandon Copeland

Apr 13, 2025

The Hidden Life of Your Beer: What’s Really Going On in the Cold Crash?

Is cold crashing worth the effort, or just another overhyped homebrewing step? Explore what really happens when you drop the temp and let us know if it's part of your process—or not.

Brandon Copeland

Apr 06, 2025

The Impact of Fermentation Temperature: Precision or Relaxation?

How much does fermentation temperature really matter in homebrewing? Explore the debate between precise control and laid-back methods, and share your approach to finding the perfect balance.

Brandon Copeland

Mar 30, 2025

The Rise of Kvass: Brewing with Bread

Discover kvass, the ancient Eastern European beverage brewed from bread that's making a quiet comeback among homebrewers. Learn how this low-alcohol, endlessly customizable drink could be your next fun fermentation experiment.

Brandon Copeland

Mar 23, 2025

Brewing With Wood: Flavor Booster or Fancy Gimmick?

Curious about adding wood to your homebrew without investing in a full barrel setup? Explore the pros, cons, and possibilities of brewing with wood chips, spirals, and staves—and tell us if you think it’s a flavor booster or just a gimmick.

Brandon Copeland

Mar 16, 2025

The Case for Hop Water: Is It Beer or Something New Entirely?

Curious about hop water? Explore the rise of this alcohol-free, zero-calorie, hop-forward beverage and decide if it’s a brewing trend worth trying or just another passing fad.

Brandon Copeland

Mar 09, 2025

The Case for Smaller Batches: Are Five Gallons Too Much?

Is five gallons still the ideal homebrew batch size, or are smaller batches the future? Explore the pros and cons of brewing in smaller volumes and share your take on whether less is more in homebrewing!

Brandon Copeland

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