Matt Hess
Carbonating and Packaging Beer of Very High ABV | Video TipBy Matt MalloyWhen beer gets high enough in alcohol content, it can pose a threat to can lining and affect how we perceive carbonation. In this clip from their video course, River North founder Matt Hess explains how and why they bottle in glass and adjust for carbonation.
Incorporating Coffee into High-ABV Beers | Video TipBy Matt MalloyFor River North’s coffee-infused beers, it’s whole beans, fresh and medium-roasted. In this clip from their video course, founder Matt Hess explains the method.
How a Barrel Can Affect Beer’s Volume and ABV | Video TipBy Matt MalloyFrom the angel’s share to dilution, River North founder Matt Hess lays out some key considerations to keep in mind when you’re planning to age your beers in spirits barrels.
The Mindful Use of Sugars for Ultra-High-Gravity Beers | Video TipBy Matt MalloyFrom dextrose to brewer’s crystals, River North founder Matt Hess covers some of the key things to consider when choosing and adding sugars to boost the gravities of very strong beers.
Brewing Impactful High-Gravity Beers with River North | Brewing CourseBy Matt HessFrom recipe design and ingredient choices to barrel-aging, blending, and packaging, River North founder Matt Hess and head brewer Matt Malloy share the methods and philosophy behind their unusually robust and flavorful award-winning beers.
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