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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.
Dreams vs RealityOur homebrewing columnist talks about what it would be like to have his dream system, and if it would truly make him happy.
Make Your Best Belgian Golden Strong AleBy Josh WeikertFrom a style perspective, though, it can be tough to differentiate because it bears some superficial and structural similarities to Belgian Tripel.
Podcast Episode 16: Bell's Brewery Founder Larry Bell Joins John HollBy John HollLarry Bell the founder and namesake of Bell's Brewery sits down with senior editor John Holl. They discuss brewery succession plans, baseball, what it means to be independent, and the original Two Hearted Ale.
Spice Is the Spice of LifeBy Josh WeikertSo, how do you make a spiced beer? “Brew a beer and add spices.” If only it were that simple! Spice opens up an enormous range of flavors to us, and Josh Weikert shows you how to deploy various spices to get something you’re going to love drinking!