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BeerSmith Forum Major Upgrade

Over the weekend I completed a long overdue revision of the BeerSmith forum. I moved to a new forum software platform, which adds a ton of new features. I also secured the main BeerSmith web site, blog, forum and recipes site so they all redirect to our secure server now. This resolved a series of […]

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August 15, 2022 by admin 0 Comments

Anderson Valley Brewing Releases “The Pilsner”

(Boonville, CA)– Anderson Valley Brewing Company (AVBC), the pioneering Northern California craft brewery known for making standout ales, has announced its first nationwide release of a lager, modestly dubbed The Pilsner. The Pilsner is already available nationwide in draft and 6 and 12 pack cans are shipping out of Anderson Valley in August. After judging at the Great […]

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August 12, 2022 by admin 0 Comments

Firestone Walker Oaktoberfest Returns for 2022

(Paso Robles, CA) – Grab your stein and dust off your lederhosen as Firestone Walker’s fall classic is back with the 2022 edition of Oaktoberfest. As always, this latest release is an oak-inspired homage to the iconic “festbiers” that are synonymous with Munich’s legendary Oktoberfest celebration. “Oaktoberfest is our riff on the festbier style—we call […]

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August 11, 2022 by admin 0 Comments

Mixed Yeast Fermentation for Homebrewers

This week I take a look at the concept of mixed yeast fermentation – using more than one strain of yeast to brew your beer as well as some of the strengths and pitfalls. Mixed Yeast Fermentation History Thanks to modern science, most of us use a single strain of yeast when we brew our […]

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August 11, 2022 by admin 0 Comments

Coopers’ marketing director Cam Pearce retires

After 13 years he bows out of his current role, saying he's proud to have contributed to the brewery’s success.

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August 11, 2022 by admin 0 Comments

Entries closing for Indies Awards 2022

Entries for the Independent Beer Awards, and expressions of interest to judge at the competition close tomorrow.

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August 10, 2022 by admin 0 Comments

Pilot Project: Launching Brands and Lowering Barriers in Craft Beer

When Bhavik Modi walked into his first ever sales meeting for his new craft beer line, he wasn’t alone. Tiffany Wooten, a veteran sales representative from brewery incubator Pilot Project Brewing, was by his side, convincing the team at high-end contemporary Indian restaurant ROOH Chicago to serve Azadi Brewing’s cardamom golden ale and Kesar mango […]

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August 8, 2022 by admin 0 Comments

Eppig Brewing Announces Expansion Into Orange County, CA

(SAN DIEGO, CA) – Eppig Brewing, known for their expertly-crafted lagers and ales, is expanding their footprint into Orange County. The Vista-based brewery will offer their lineup of brews on draft and in 16oz cans where fine craft beer is sold in partnership with their San Diego distributor Scout Distribution. Fans can expect to see beers […]

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August 4, 2022 by admin 0 Comments

VIDEO – Hop Dreams Presented by Firestone Walker

Firestone Walker Brewing just shared a small film that they produced and performed in called Hop Dreams. While we’ve come to expect these high gloss productions from breweries of this importance and size, we looked past that and had some pretty important takeaways. Not to spoil this, Hop Dreams accomplishes two important things: There are […]

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August 4, 2022 by admin 0 Comments

Beer Design Case Study: A Robust Porter

This week I though I would share a case study in beer recipe design to explore how I approach beer recipe design and some of the critical decisions made along the way. I will be designing a robust porter, which is one of my favorite beer styles. Defining the Robust Porter Before I start on […]

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August 4, 2022 by admin 0 Comments

Gettin’ Fresh with Everywhere Beer Co

After hearing about Everywhere Beer Co’s grand opening on August 5th, the word “everywhere” got me thinking about terroir in beer. Historically, terroir is what carved out many of the world’s classic beer styles: Pilsner from Pilsen, the lightly hopped Munich Helles, and even the spectacular British Pale Ale, all born because of the local […]

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August 3, 2022 by admin 0 Comments

Hi-Wire Brewing Zirkusfest Oktoberfest Lager Returns

(ASHEVILLE, N.C.) — Latch up your lederhosen and don your dirndls, Hi-Wire Brewing’s Zirkusfest Oktoberfest Lager has returned bigger, brighter, and better than ever in six-packs of 16-ounce cans with a festive new yellow, blue, and white design. This annual fall seasonal release brought home the 2016 Gold Medal in the Great American Beer Festival’s […]

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July 28, 2022 by admin 0 Comments

Understanding Malting and Malt Groups for Beer Brewing

This week I look at the malting process, how we commonly group malts and the impacts for beer brewing. The Malting Process The malting process starts with raw barley grain, harvested from the field. The grain is dry when brought into the malt house, but the first step is to immerse the grain into water […]

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July 28, 2022 by admin 0 Comments

Fruit Mead with Ken Schramm – BeerSmith Podcast #262

Ken Schramm joins me from Schramm’s Meadery to discuss growing fruit for use in his big fruit meads. Subscribe on iTunes to Audio version or Video version or Spotify or Google Play Download the MP3 File– Right Click and Save As to download this mp3 file. Your browser does not support the audio element. Topics […]

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July 27, 2022 by admin 0 Comments

EEB: Opening Doors to a More Inclusive Brewing Community

Entrepreneurship and Equity in Brewing provides BIPOC and other underrepresented individuals with opportunities in the craft brewing business.

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July 27, 2022 by admin 0 Comments

WISEACRE Brewing Expands Distribution to Texas

(Memphis, TN) — WISEACRE Brewing Company today announces its plans to launch statewide distribution throughout Texas in August 2022. Thanks to a new distribution partnership with Austin-based Dynamo Distributing, three of WISEACRE’s year-round beers, Bow Echo Hazy IPA, Gotta Get Up to Get Down Coffee Milk Stout, and the Great American Beer Festival Bronze Medal-winning […]

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July 27, 2022 by admin 0 Comments

High Gravity Beer Brewing with BeerSmith Software

This week I cover some of the changes you need to make to brew a high gravity beer using BeerSmith software. High gravity beers (generally over 1.060 or so) do require some minor changes to your recipe and equipment profile as well as some process changes for brewing. High Gravity Brewing Considerations I’ve written a […]

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July 22, 2022 by admin 0 Comments

Entries open for new look Independent Beer Awards

This year's Indies will incorporate a whole suite of changes following an external review into the awards.

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July 22, 2022 by admin 0 Comments

Roadhouse Brewing Introduces Mountain Jam 8

(JACKSON HOLE, WY) – Jackson Hole’s Roadhouse Brewing Co. introduces Mountain Jam Vol. 8 (6.8% ABV), the latest in its ongoing series of musically-inspired brews. A smooth and juicy Hazy IPA, Mountain Jam Vol. 8 was created in partnership with the celebrated bluegrass-influenced Americana band Railroad Earth. “The best way I can describe this beer is tropical fruit punch. Red fruits, […]

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July 21, 2022 by admin 0 Comments

Moo Brew to open Hobart taphouse and nano-brewery

The Salamanca venue is set to open by the end of the year with an on-site brewkit producing limited releases.

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July 21, 2022 by admin 0 Comments

Thank you Stone Brewing

Years ago, I penned a blog putting Stone Brewing and owner Greg Koch up on a pedestal for being a positive force and possibly the biggest influence for the latest wave of popularity in craft beer. I was privately taken behind the woodshed by an elder statesman of the industry who was insulted by me […]

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July 14, 2022 by admin 0 Comments

Basic Brewing with James Spencer – BeerSmith Podcast #261

James Spencer from Basic Brewing Radio joins me to discuss 17 years of beer podcasting as well as some of his recent brewing experiments. Subscribe on iTunes to Audio version or Video version or Spotify or Google Play Download the MP3 File– Right Click and Save As to download this mp3 file. Your browser does […]

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July 14, 2022 by admin 0 Comments

Virginia Beer Company Releases Gorgeous Citra IPA

(WILLIAMSBURG, VA) – The Virginia Beer Company (VBC) this week will release Gorgeous Citra IPA, the latest addition to its core lineup of beers available throughout the year. Gorgeous Citra IPA, first brewed as a VBC taproom exclusive in April 2021, is a 5.7% ABV dry-hopped hazy IPA bursting with citrusy notes from the generous […]

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July 13, 2022 by admin 0 Comments

Craft Hop Growing in the U.S.

Dozens of U.S. growers supply breweries with high-quality hops. These hop farms are often family-run, and count their acreage in double-digits vs. thousands.

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July 13, 2022 by admin 0 Comments

Ferment Brewing Releases Lost in Fragaria

(Hood River, OR) — Ferment Brewing in Hood River today announced the release of Lost in Fragaria, a sour ale brewed with generous amounts of Oregon strawberries. The beer is the second in Ferment’s Wild Batch Series, which highlights a variety of Oregon-grown fruit, and is released in 12oz 6-pack cans. Lost in Fragaria was […]

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July 12, 2022 by admin 0 Comments

Schlafly Beer Partners with NA Beer Brand WellBeing Brewing

(ST. LOUIS, MO) — Schlafly Beerand WellBeing Brewing Co. announce today a new strategic joint venture that leverages the respective strengths of both Schlafly Beer, St. Louis’ original, independent craft brewery, and WellBeing Brewing Co., a fast-growing national non-alcoholic craft beer pioneer in St. Louis, to create compelling value for both companies and consumers. Consumers will […]

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July 7, 2022 by admin 0 Comments

Water Advice for Extract Beer Brewers

This week I take a look at what type of water is best for extract beer brewers. I make the case that distilled or RO water may be the best choice for extract brewing. Water Chemistry for Extract Brewers Advanced all grain brewers go through a lot of effort to get their water profiles right […]

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July 7, 2022 by admin 0 Comments

Iron Hill Brewery Brings Back Orange Creamsicle Milkshake IPA

Exton, PA (June 29, 2022) – Iron Hill Brewery (Iron Hill) is bringing back Orange Creamsicle (ABV 7%), a hazy, juicy, and creamy Milkshake IPA that tastes just like the iconic and popular summertime ice cream treat. First released in the Summer of 2021 as a limited run, this beer sold out within just a […]

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July 6, 2022 by admin 0 Comments

Australia’s largest craft beer survey returns

Beer Cartel launch their sixth Australian Craft Beer Survey and $500 is up for grabs to spend with the retailer.

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July 4, 2022 by admin 0 Comments

Michigan Hops with Scott Mast and Chris Vogel – BeerSmith Podcast #260

Scott Mast from Hang’em High Hops and Chris Vogel from Great Lakes hops join me this week to discuss growing and producing hops in Michigan. Subscribe on iTunes to Audio version or Video version or Spotify or Google Play Download the MP3 File– Right Click and Save As to download this mp3 file. Your browser […]

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July 1, 2022 by admin 0 Comments