Once the mashing process has been completed, it is time to sparge the mash. Sparging has a sophisticated sound to it, but it is actually nothing more than rinsing the mash mixture with hot water. This step is important because it extracts the sugars from the grain and creates … [Read more...]
Archives for August 2009
Homebrewing: The Mashing Process
Don't dream about taking that next step in homebrewing to making your brew completely from grain . . . find out how easy the mashing process in homebrewing can be. … [Read more...]
New Zealand Hops in an American Pale Ale
One newer product from Sierra Nevada that continues this tradition of excellence is Sierra Nevada Southern Hemisphere Fresh Hop Ale, a beer brewed with New Zealand hops. Find out why I enjoyed this beer! … [Read more...]
Celis White: An Authentic Belgian Brew Made in America
Celis White is medium in body and it ranks as a great- tasting witbier for most any occasion. It won a Gold Medal at the Great American Beer Festival in 2003 and the Michigan Brewing Company did the brewing world a great service when it revived this brand several years ago. It … [Read more...]
Advanced Homebrewing: Making beer like the big guys
Enough of the beginning and intermediate levels of homebrewing- it is time to get down to business and brew a batch of beer like an expert. Homebrewing kits with their cans of malt extract and dry yeast are fine for rookies, but you want to brew beer using an all- malt process … [Read more...]