If you’re anything like me, you appreciate the art of cooking as much as you value the craft of brewing. One of the best ways to combine these two passions is by using alcohol in cooking. Not only can alcohol enhance the flavors of your dish, but it can also offer new layers of complexity…
As a brewer who has dedicated many years to the craft, I have had the pleasure of brewing and tasting a diverse range of beverages. Two of my favorites are mead and beer. These two have been consumed for centuries and have a rich history that adds to their allure. One question I often get…
It’s a question that often comes up in discussions among fellow brewers and enthusiasts: why don’t we drink mead anymore? The simple answer is that over the centuries, other beverages like beer, wine, and spirits became more popular due to changes in agricultural practices, tastes, and social habits. But let’s delve deeper into this fascinating…
Braggot essentially tastes like a balanced blend of beer and mead, combining the maltiness of beer with the sweetness of honey. It can range from light to dark in color and from sweet to bitter in taste, depending on the ingredients used. Its flavor is rich, complex, and unlike any other beer you’ve ever tasted.…
As a seasoned brewer, I often get questions about the quantity of yeast to add when brewing. The yeast type certainly matters – but does the amount really matter? The short, simplified answer is yes, but only to a certain point and not as much as you might think! This is because the growth rate…
As a seasoned brewer with years of experience under my belt, I’ve dipped my toes into various forms of brewing. From crafting the perfect pint of beer to concocting a sweet and satisfying mead, I’ve done it all. But one question I often get asked is, “Is mead easier to make than beer?“ The answer…
Mead is one of the oldest known fermented beverages, with origins dating back as far as 7000 BC. Over the centuries, different cultures have added their unique twists to this honey-based drink, leading to the creation of several subtypes of mead. Among them, Mead, Cyser, Braggot, and Melomel stand out as the most popular and…
If you’ve ever taken a deep dive into the world of homebrewing, you’ve probably come across the term Melomel. But what is Melomel? Melomel is a type of mead that is made by fermenting honey with fruit. Broadly speaking, any mead that contains fruit falls into this category. As a seasoned brewer, I’ve spent countless…
Yeast culturing is an integral aspect of the brewing process. It is the magic behind the scenes that transforms your ordinary brew into a sensational beer. As a brewer with years of experience, I can attest that understanding yeast and how to culture it can make a significant difference in the quality of your brew.…
Whiskey making is a craft that involves various techniques, processes, and ingredients, each contributing to the final product’s unique flavor, aroma, and character. One of the most debated topics among whiskey enthusiasts and distillers is the difference between sweet mash and sour mash. Both methods have their merits and drawbacks, but which one is the…