One of the best things about brewing beer is the ability to share your hard work with your family and friends. In most cases, the best (and most popular) way to do that is by bottling your own beer. Of course, if you’re bottling beer, you need the best bottle capper to ensure you’re getting the best seal. Otherwise, the final product you were so excited about may end up being a dud. Let me…
Whether you’re looking to brew your first batch of beer or you’re an advanced brewer looking to increase your skill set, there are several homebrewing books that can help you achieve your goals. One quick glance in any book marketplace, however, will leave you feeling like a deer gazing in headlights. With so many homebrewing books to choose from, how do you know which one is right for you? Those new to brewing might feel…
Whether you’re brewing a high-gravity beer, whipping up a large batch, or want to ensure your yeast count is nice and healthy, you’re probably familiar with yeast starters. Making a yeast starter isn’t difficult. In fact, it’s actually quite simple. A little water, and some dry malt extract, boil, cool, then pitch your yeast and you’re on your way. As I said, the process itself isn’t tough. It does, however, take time. For me, that…