Author: Andy

  • Can You Make Cider From Apple Juice Concentrate?

    Can You Make Cider From Apple Juice Concentrate?

    Pros and Cons of Using Apple Juice Concentrate Pros 1. Cost-effective: Using apple juice concentrate can be a more budget-friendly option compared to buying fresh apples or ready-made apple juice, […]

  • What Happens When You Mix Yeast Sugar And Water?

    What Happens When You Mix Yeast Sugar And Water?

    As a home brewer, I’ve spent countless hours tinkering with different yeast strains, sugar sources, and water profiles to create the perfect fermentation environment for my beers. In this blog […]

  • Is Sake Distilled Or Fermented?

    Is Sake Distilled Or Fermented?

    Sake is a fermented beverage, not distilled. This traditional Japanese alcoholic drink is made by fermenting polished rice, which has been partially milled to remove the outer layer. The fermentation […]

  • How To Ferment Mead With Wild Yeast?

    How To Ferment Mead With Wild Yeast?

    Fermenting mead with wild yeast is a rewarding and natural process that involves capturing wild yeast from your environment and using it to ferment your honey and water mixture. Mead […]

  • Where To Find Wild Yeast For Brewing?

    Where To Find Wild Yeast For Brewing?

    When it comes to brewing, it’s hard to beat the satisfaction of working with wild yeast. Not only does it have a certain romantic appeal, but it can also produce […]

  • Does Sugar Dissolve In Alcohol? (Yes, but…)

    Does Sugar Dissolve In Alcohol? (Yes, but…)

    As an experienced brewer, I have spent countless hours experimenting with various ingredients to create the perfect concoction. One question that often comes up in these brewing adventures is whether […]

  • Can you use ale yeast for cider brewing?

    Can you use ale yeast for cider brewing?

    When it comes to brewing cider, most people typically use champagne yeast or cider yeast. But what about using ale yeast for cider brewing? Is it possible? Ale yeast is […]

  • How to make French hard cider?

    How to make French hard cider?

    If you’re looking to up your home brewing game, cider is the way to go! Home brewing cider can be a delicious and rewarding experience – especially if done the […]