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The Art of the Gose: Balancing Salt, Coriander, and Lactic Sourness

The Art of the Gose: Balancing Salt, Coriander, and Lactic Sourness

Master the art of gose by balancing gentle lactic sourness, toasted coriander spice, and just the right amount of sea salt for a refreshingly briny finish. Dive into step-by-step tips to perfect this unique German-style sour at home.

Brandon Copeland
Brandon Copeland
Brewing with Unconventional Sugars: Honey, Agave, or Maple?

Brewing with Unconventional Sugars: Honey, Agave, or Maple?

Explore replacing part of your malt with home-made mead must or agave syrup, and how it changes fermentation behavior, body, and flavor.

Brandon Copeland
Brandon Copeland
From Ottoman Taverns to Homebrew Kitchens: Tracing Turkey’s Beer History

From Ottoman Taverns to Homebrew Kitchens: Tracing Turkey’s Beer History

Explore beer’s role in the Ottoman Empire—from village ferments and early breweries to modern Turkish homebrewers reviving ancient grains and recipes.

Brandon Copeland
Brandon Copeland
The Mystery of Mash Thickness: Does Ratio Really Matter?

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
Brandon Copeland
The Forgotten Step: Do You Ever Do a Mashout?

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

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
Brandon Copeland
Wet Hopping: A Fresh Idea or Just Extra Work?

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
Brandon Copeland
The Rise of Herbal Beers

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
Brandon Copeland
Holidays and Beer

Holidays and Beer

Happy Easter!

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

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
Brandon Copeland
The Impact of Fermentation Temperature: Precision or Relaxation?

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
Brandon Copeland
The Rise of Kvass: Brewing with Bread

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
Brandon Copeland
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