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Brewing with FriendsSplitting the brew day with a friend—the cost, the labor, and the beer—can be a win-win situation. Aside from sharing the load, you can get a creative boost from the joint effort.
5 Tips for Competition BrewingIf it’s honest impressions of your beer you’re after, entering a competition is an excellent way to get feedback from trained judges.
Stout vs. Porter Quiz AnswersBy Emily HuttoHere are the answers to the beer-tasting note pairings in “A Stout (or Is It a Porter) by Any Other Name.”
The Rebirth of Thomas Hardy AleNow in its fourth incarnation, one of the greatest vintage beers shows no signs of disappearing—for the foreseeable future.
Feats of Strength: Strong Ale Style GuideConsider the common themes that connect barleywine, stock ale, old ale, and wheatwine to one another.
Märzen Sugar-Cured Bratwurst with Malt-Fermented Kraut on a Pretzel Bun RecipeFor a real treat, make your own brats and kraut. Adding beer creates complex, layered flavors.
Citrillo Wit RecipeThis American take on a Belgian witbier eschews the traditional coriander and citrus and instead derives its unique flavor from late-kettle American hops.
Grilled Romaine Hearts with Bacon, Bleu Cheese, and Citrus Hefeweizen Vinaigrette RecipeBy Cooper BrunkThis crunchy salad with a Hefeweizen-infused vinaigrette and bacon and blue cheese garnish is sure to please even the pickiest salad eater.
Breaking the Sugar Habit with KräuseningEven if we pay lip service to the ideal of the Reinheitsgebot, we often overlook it every time we bottle: priming with corn sugar is a clear violation. Take an example from German brewers and keep it legal with a technique called kräusening.
11 Sour Beers That Won’t Break the BankBy Emily HuttoLucky for pucker lovers, American craft brewers are brewing more and more kettle-soured beers, speeding up their production time and, therefore, lowering their cost. If you’re drinking sour beer on a budget, try some of these brews.
Fermentation: Glass or Plastic?The debate over which is better is as old as the hobby itself.
In the Cellar: Beer Cellar AccessoriesWith Father’s Day coming up, make sure to add some of these goodies to your wish list or pick them up for friends and family to ensure many years of bountiful cellaring.