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In what can only be considered an ode to the style, these brewers rave about their favorite stouts.

You don’t have to be Irish to make a great Irish Ale. Follow these guidelines, and you’re well on your way to brewing this easy-drinking red ale.

Cinnamon-spiced stout adds a special touch to this easy upside-down pastry.

This bière de garde version is possibly the definitive representation of the style.

We asked craft brewers this loaded question and found that the difference between these two beer styles depends a lot on who you ask.

Aside from the brewing itself, a little DIY goes a long way when it comes to your equipment. Here’s a guide on a few items you might want to consider building yourself.

Breweries who have a penchant for sour beers are using several techniques to whet our appetites. Here are nine in particular who have cornered the market.

Color coding your terminal blocks will allow you to easily wire your electrical panel, diagnose any problems, and look really good when you show it off.

Here’s a version of bière de garde that is a bit higher in alcohol and somewhat sweeter, with a pleasant honey aroma and flavor.

Knowing how and why to vorlauf properly will help you set your grain bed and result in better clarity of your wort, while preventing off-flavors.

Learn to identify diacetyl in your batches by honing your palate and performing a few simple tests.

Have some fun with your saison by forgetting hops selection, timing, and IBUs and use a single addition of leftover hops.

Before you throw in the towel and quit homebrewing, read on for some sage advice and tips for getting your batches back on track.

These crisp and tart beer-pickled veggies are a great start to any meal or gathering.

Knowing the difference between nitro and carbon dioxide carbonation will help you decide which to choose next time you have the option.

Knowing how to create a tincture for your batch will enhance the flavors and ensure the most bang for your spice buck.

The lauter grant, among the least publicized of the brew-day gadgets, permits access to runoff as the mash is lautered and sparged.

When Underberg, an herbal bitter digestif, is infused into this recipe, it creates a sophisticated brew with hints of anise and herbs, bittersweet cacao, and a restrained smoky bite.

Summers are all about being outside, and we’ve pulled together some outdoor beer gear that craft-beer fans won’t want to be without.

Dark and malty stout is the perfect ingredient and accompaniment to these richly flavored short ribs.