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Pick Six: Ron Jeffries of Jolly PumpkinBy Jamie BognerJolly Pumpkin founder Ron Jeffries embraces the joy of discovery from unanticipated results. These six beers (plus a seventh of personal importance) embody that dichotomy of precision versus freedom and consistency versus whimsy.
A Novel Approach to DMS Reduction, Part 2By Taylor CaronIs it possible to make an all-barley malt beer of very low color, and still avoid DMS?
Make Your Best Pale KellerbierBy Josh WeikertKellerbier is functionally similar to British pale ales in that it was/is often cask-conditioned and served young and unfiltered, often with very low carbonation.
Barleywine Designed for the OccasionBy Will MeyersCambridge Brewing Company’s brewmaster recounts the development of their beer that quite literally puts the “wine” in “barleywine.”
Podcast Episode 18: Captain Lawrence Founder Scott Vaccaro Joins John HollBy John HollScott Vaccaro of Captain Lawrence sits down with John Holl to talk about the difficulties of selling beer, being nimble in a changing market, and the benefits of streamlining his barrel program. Brought to you by the American Homebrewers Association.
Finding the Best Beer in Queens, New YorkBy Cat WolinskiWhile Brooklyn may be the borough best known around the world, not many places in the country can rival the rich culinary intricacies of Queens, New York.
“Grosser Weizen” Wheatwine RecipeBy Josh WeikertWheatwine is a higher-alcohol beer with a significant contribution of flavor and texture from malted wheat. It also allows for “mild” hops character, and we’ll pair some classic American citrus and Continental floral notes.
A Novel Approach to DMS Reduction, Part 1By Taylor CaronIf you want to brew a very, very, light colored 100 percent barley beer but are concerned about DMS, take heart. Intrepid homebrew experimenter Taylor Caron has hit upon the idea of a pre-boil “DMS rest.”
Homebrewing with Homegrown HopsGrowing your own hops is relatively easy. The bines grow quickly through the season, and it won’t take long before it’s time to harvest.
Podcast Episode 17: Jolly Pumpkin Founder Ron Jeffries Joins John HollBy John HollRon Jeffries the founder of Jolly Pumpkin Artisan Ales sits down with Senior Editor John Holl for a wide ranging discussion on the nature of sour and wild, recipe development, and what brewers and drinkers should be doing to take care of their health.
The Weekly Tasted: Saucy Brew Works Drifter, Firestone Walker Nitro Merlin, and Coronado North Island IPABy John HollOur senior editor, John Holl, took to his stoop with three beers this week to give them a taste and think about life in general.
Five on Five: Spice BeersBy John HollSpice beers can be polarizing, but the intriguing flavors create exciting avenues of exploration for adventurous brewers. We asked a few of our favorite brewers to share some of their favorites.