Why can some grains be steeped while other must be mashed? What’s the difference and how do you tell which are which? Base grains have only been kilned dry. So they need to be mashed – combined with hot water at specific temperatures to activate enzymes in the grain. This converts the starches into sugars [...]
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How long ago did you brew that last batch? What was the starting gravity? What about 2, 3 or 4 batches ago, can you remember all of the details from those? It starts to get a little fuzzy after awhile – especially when you’ve got 2 or 3 different beers fermenting at the same time. [...]
In this series of articles we have been talking about different ways to improve your skills outside of the brewery. If you’ve never been to a home brew club meeting – you’re missing out. Even if you’re not a home brewer yet. You’ll be hooked after the first meeting. And if you’ve been brewing for [...]
In this series of articles we have been talking about different ways to improve your skills outside of the brewery. One of the best ways to improve as a brewer – and start making beers that rival those from your favorite commercial breweries – is to start setting some goals for your brew sessions. It [...]
Next time you store away your bottled beer, try this technique for keeping them all organized. It’s cheap, easy to do, and your leaves your bottles nice and clean. Grab a package of these 3/4″ round Avery labels (#05408) at the office supply store. There are 1008 labels in the package for about $6. The [...]
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Hi there! My name is Jimmy VerVaecke and I’m a brewer. I discovered brewing in 2004 and have been hooked ever since.
My beer has won numerous awards, including one at the National level. 