Brewing Basics & How-To's

Ah, IPAs. The beer that makes hop lovers swoon and casual drinkers say, "Whoa, that's bitter!" But don't worry—we're here to break it all down for you in a way that anyone can understand. So, crack open a cold one, and let's dive into the world of India Pale Ale!

What Even Is an IPA?

Glad you asked. Quite simply, IPA beer is characterized by its high hop content, which leads to a bold, bitter flavor profile. Hops are the defining ingredient in this style, providing bitterness

Breaking Down the Differences Between Liquid and Dry Malt Extract—So You Can Brew Your Best Beer Yet!

When it comes to homebrewing, malt extract is a staple ingredient, offering an easy way to add fermentable sugars, flavor, and body to beer. But when choosing between Liquid Malt Extract (LME) and Dry Malt Extract (DME), which is the better option? While both serve the same purpose, there are some key differences that can impact your final brew. Let's Break

There’s nothing quite as satisfying as pouring a crystal-clear beer. While haze has its place in some styles like IPAs, most brewers aim for a bright, polished pint. The secret? Cold crashing. This simple yet effective technique can take your homebrew from murky to

Introduction: Brewing Stereotypes—Let’s Shatter Them

When most people think of a homebrewer, they picture a hipster with a flowing beard, flannel shirt, and an encyclopedic knowledge of obscure beer styles. But guess what? That stereotype couldn’t

This blog is part of a series exploring the history of beer and it's impact on society, agriculture, and technology. We will examine ancient recipes, techniques, and the people behind them. Each blog post will come with a homebrew recipe for you to try that uses a combination of ingredients from Mr. Beer and/or ingredients you can source elsewhere. We may not stock many of the more unusual items, but some recipes may contain alternative ingredients that are more locally accessible,

This blog is part of a series exploring the history of beer and it's impact on society, agriculture, and technology. We will examine ancient recipes, techniques, and the people behind them. Each blog post will come with a homebrew recipe for you to try that uses a combination of ingredients from Mr. Beer and/or ingredients you can source elsewhere. We may not stock many of the more unusual items, but some recipes may contain alternative ingredients that are more locally accessible,

This article is part of a series of lessons and exercises that focus on enhancing your sensory skills to better recognize and address brewing problems. By training your sense of smell, taste, mouthfeel, etc., you will have a better understanding of identifying off-flavors/aromas and their causes, which can greatly assist you when looking for solutions to these problems. This blog series will come in many parts dealing with Yeast, Hops, Malt, Water

This article is part of a series of lessons and exercises that focus on enhancing your sensory skills to better recognize and address brewing problems. By training your sense of smell, taste, mouthfeel, etc., you will have a better understanding of identifying off-flavors/aromas and their causes, which can greatly assist you when looking for solutions to these problems. This blog series will come in many parts dealing with Yeast, Hops, Malt, Water