Fermenting beer with wild yeast is a rewarding and enjoyable process that can yield unique and delicious results. To ferment beer with wild yeast, you will need to capture wild yeast from the environment, cultivate it, and use it to ferment your wort. In this blog post, I will provide a thorough overview of this…
Salted beer – is it a thing? Yes, it is! Salted beer, also known as Gose, is a traditional German beer style that has been around for centuries. It’s a sour, slightly salty, and spiced beer, which has gained popularity in recent years due to the growing interest in sour and unique craft beers. In…
Does Michelob Ultra have a gluten-free beer? The short answer is no, Michelob Ultra is not a gluten-free beer. However, they do offer a beer that is brewed to remove most of the gluten, making it a suitable option for those with a gluten sensitivity. In this blog post, I will dive deeper into what…
What is cold crashing? Cold crashing is the process of rapidly reducing the temperature of your beer after fermentation, typically to around 32-40°F (0-4°C). This rapid cooling encourages yeast and other particles in suspension to flocculate (clump together) and settle to the bottom of the fermenter, resulting in a clearer beer. Cold crashing is a…
Yes, Budweiser is made with rice, along with other ingredients like barley malt, water, hops, and yeast. Rice is used as an adjunct, which means it is added to the brewing process to provide additional fermentable sugars, resulting in a lighter-bodied beer. In this blog post, we will dive deep into the world of Budweiser,…
Is Shiner Bock a dark or a light beer? This question has been a subject of debate among beer enthusiasts for years. Some argue that it falls into the dark beer category due to its rich, amber color, while others insist it’s a light beer because of its mild flavor and easy-drinking nature. In this…
No, beer is not distilled. Beer is a fermented alcoholic beverage made from grain, water, hops, and yeast. Introduction In the world of alcoholic beverages, there can sometimes be confusion over the differences between types of drinks, particularly when it comes to beer and distilled spirits. As an experienced home brewer, I’ve often been asked…
There are approximately 350 calories in a 16 oz serving of IPA. This number can vary depending on the specific IPA and its alcohol content. In this article, we’ll dive into the factors that influence the calorie count in IPAs, how to calculate the calories in your homebrew, and how to enjoy your favorite IPAs…
Growlers and howlers are popular ways to take home your favorite craft beer. But how much beer do they actually hold, and how do they compare in price? Let’s dive in! A growler typically holds 64 ounces (1.89 liters) of beer, while a howler holds 32 ounces (0.95 liters). The price of a growler or…
As a seasoned brewer and a lover of all things beer, I’ve had the pleasure of exploring various beer styles from around the world. Two such styles that have piqued my interest are Kölsch and Helles. Though they may seem similar at first glance, the difference between Kölsch and Helles lies in their origins, brewing…