Expert Knowledge Base
270Whether you're brewing your first batch of beer or your 50th, the brewmasters at Northern Brewer have created a complete knowledge base of articles to help you concoct the perfect homebrew!
January 28, 2026
Why Brew an Oatmeal Stout at Home
Oatmeal stout delivers rich chocolate flavor, gentle roast, and a silky mouthfeel. Discover what oats add to beer and why this style is such a great choice for homebrewers. .. Read More
November 12, 2025
How to Make Beer
Clean. Brew. Ferment. Bottle. It's as easy as that. If you can make mac 'n' cheese, you can brew beer. .. Read More
October 29, 2025
The Best Holiday Gift Guide For Homebrewers
Don't just give them a shiny box to unwrap. Give them an experience. .. Read More
October 16, 2025
One-Gallon Fruit Wine Recipes | Master Vintner® Home Winemaking Guide
Making wine from fruit is one of the easiest and most rewarding home winemaking projects. Whether you’re using freshly picked fruit, frozen fruit, or juice, small-batch winemaking lets you experiment with flavor, sweetness, and style — all while learning the fundamentals of fermentation. .. Read More
September 15, 2025
How to Make Non-Alcoholic Beer at Home with the Hot Mash Method
Curious about brewing your own non-alcoholic beer? Our Hot Mash Method is a simple, homebrewer-friendly approach that delivers real beer flavor with minimal alcohol. Learn how to mash, hop, ferment, and finish a crisp, clean NA beer. .. Read More
September 15, 2025
Understanding and Adjusting pH in Non-Alcoholic Beer: Safety, Stability & Brewing Success
Brewing non-alcoholic beer changes the safety game. Without alcohol’s natural antimicrobial protection, your pH becomes the single most important factor in preventing spoilage, off-flavors, and even serious health risks. In this guide, we break down why pH matters, the exact numbers you should ta... .. Read More
September 15, 2025
Cold Mashing for Non-Alcoholic Beer: Pros, Cons & Our Results
We experimented with cold mashing as a way to brew non-alcoholic beer and really wanted it to work. The low effort was appealing, but we consistently got a raw grain flavor and more alcohol than expected. Here’s what we learned — and what to watch for if you’re giving it a try. .. Read More
September 11, 2025
The History of Oktoberfest, Lagers, & Lederhosen
The weather is changing, the days are shortening, and one of my favorite beers is finding its way onto the shelves. .. Read More
September 10, 2025
How to Make Hard Cider at Home
Sparkling, still, sweet, dry, strong, or mild - make it how you like. All you need are crisp, delicious liquid apples and 30 minutes. .. Read More
September 09, 2025
Why Use a Conical Fermenter?
Conical fermenters are the gold standard of beer-making. You know those enormous metal tankards you see at professional breweries? Those are conical fermenters. Those used in homebrewing are exactly the same, but on a much smaller scale. .. Read More
August 31, 2025
Three Twists on Our Classic Pumpkin Ale
If you’re looking to give your Smashing Pumpkin something extra this year: make it bigger by going imperial pumpkin, make it into a pumpkin porter, or go all out with a pumpkin spice pastry stout. .. Read More
June 12, 2025
Sorachi Ace: The Japanese Hop That Found a Home in American Craft Beer
Originally bred by Sapporo, Sorachi Ace was too bold for Japan’s lagers—but American brewers saw its citrus-herbal flavor as the perfect twist for modern craft beers. .. Read More
June 02, 2025
Top 10 Homebrewing, Cider Making, and Hard Seltzer Articles
We gathered our top 10 articles based on performance over the last year and our customers did not disappoint. .. Read More
May 28, 2025
From Brew Day to Tap in 2 Weeks: Fast Kegging for Hard Seltzer
Want clean, crisp hard seltzer on tap in just 2 weeks? Learn our proven method to ferment, clear, keg, and carbonate faster—no secondary, no bottling, no wait. .. Read More
May 19, 2025
How to Make Brandy (Types, Tips, and Step-by-Step Guide)
Curious about brandy? Discover how it's made, the different types like Cognac and apple brandy, and get a step-by-step overview of the distilling process. .. Read More
May 19, 2025
How to Make Brandy Using a Wine Kit
Explore how to create brandy using a wine kit, from fermentation to distillation and aging. Ideal for small-batch producers looking to expand their craft. .. Read More
May 11, 2025
Kegged Cocktails: Easy, Sparkling, Delicious
Summer is the season of outdoor get-togethers, backyard barbecues, and hanging out by the water. Of course, we are fans of having a cooler full of cold beer for such occasions, but another great option for warm weather enjoyment is kegged cocktails. .. Read More
April 23, 2025
BBQ and Homebrew Food Pairings
As summer draws near, it brings with it two unshakable constants of warm weather: beer and grilling. .. Read More
April 18, 2025
Exploring Bourbon Styles for Craft Distilling: Traditional, High Rye, and Wheated
Curious about the differences between traditional, high rye, and wheated bourbon? Learn how each mash bill shapes flavor and explore kits for your next craft batch. .. Read More
April 16, 2025
Corn in Homebrewing: Forms, Flavor & How to Use Them
Corn: it’s not just for macro lagers anymore. Craft brewers and distillers have taken this humble grain and run with it—digging into heirloom varieties, rethinking adjuncts, and embracing what corn can really do. Spoiler: it’s more than you think. .. Read More
April 16, 2025
How to Perform a Cereal Mash (Step-by-Step)
Unlock the Power of Raw Grains with a Cereal MashWorking with unmalted corn, rice, or oats? You’ll need more than a standard mash to break them down. Enter the cereal mash—a time-honored technique that cooks stubborn starches into a fermentable feast for your yeast. Whether you're chasing heirloo... .. Read More
April 08, 2025
Milwaukee pH Meters for Brewing, Winemaking, and Fermentation
Accurate pH monitoring is critical for fermentation success — from optimizing mash efficiency in beer to preventing spoilage in wine or hot sauce. In this guide, we compare three trusted handheld meters from Milwaukee Instruments: the pH54, pH55 PRO, and pH56 PRO. Whether you need simple, budget-... .. Read More
April 04, 2025
Marzen: Just what the heck is “March Beer” anyway?
Marzen as we know it is a moderately strong, amber-colored lager that traces its origins back in the brewing tradition to something brewed early in the year to be enjoyed later. .. Read More
February 05, 2025
Filtering Your Homemade Wine
One way to elevate your wines to a higher level of perfection is by employing filtration. Using wine filters can bring a host of improvements—from enhancing appearance to stabilizing the final product. .. Read More
January 18, 2025
How to Lager
Think: Pilsner, Oktoberfest, the coveted Bocks brewed by German monks for centuries. Mmmm. .. Read More
November 14, 2024
Reviving Poland’s Iconic Grodziskie Ale
Poland’s brewing tradition is celebrated through the revival of Grodziskie, also known as the “Champagne of Poland,” a distinctive, sessionable smoked wheat ale with a rich history. Now, White Labs has created WLP548 Original Grodziskie Yeast Blend, a limited release strain designed to capture th... .. Read More
May 28, 2024
Dandelion Beer Recipe: A Springtime Treat
Ever heard of dandelion wine, but what about dandelion beer? Dive into making this unique brew with our guide and two exciting recipes. Discover how to use the whole plant—roots, leaves, and flowers—to create a rustic beer reminiscent of early American settlers. Perfect for traditionalists and ad... .. Read More
May 01, 2024
Hop Rhizomes FAQs
Want to grow your own hops? Read the answer to frequently asked questions about hop rhizomes, and you'll be harvesting your own crop in no time! .. Read More
March 27, 2024
Homebrewing with Root Shoot Malting's Award-Winning Malt
Root Shoot Malting prides itself on making world-class malt for homebrewers and professional brewers. The family-farm and malt house located in Loveland, Colorado, grows and malts its own barley and grains, putting a unique touch on each one. .. Read More
March 21, 2024
Distillation with BSG, Still Spirits, and Rahr Technical Center
What better way to learn about distillation than from the experts? No, not us - our friends at Still Spirits, BSG HandCraft, and Rahr Technical Center. Northern Brewer visited the RTC for a two-day master class in distilling using the Still Spirits Air Still and The Grainfather G30. .. Read More
March 14, 2024
Nitro Beer 101: How to Set up Equipment for Serving Homebrew on Nitro
Looking to add a velvety smooth mouthfeel to your next homebrew? Serving your beer on nitro is easy and results in an absolutely beautiful pour. The best nitro beers (and most common) are typically roasty stouts and porters - but you can add nitrogen to any beer style. And we’re here to show you ... .. Read More
March 07, 2024
Wine Style Focus: Riesling
A grape that can display incredible balance and complexity while still being immensely enjoyable and versatile, the venerable Riesling is a wine-lover's dream. .. Read More
February 05, 2024
Unlocking the World of Lager: Choosing the Right Yeast for Your Homebrew
In this article we look at the fascinating journey that lager yeast took from the wild landscapes of Patagonia to modern day breweries around the world, and get tips from Fermentis on choosing the right lager strain for your homebrewed lager beers, including SafLager W-34/70, SafLager S-23, SafLa... .. Read More
January 11, 2024
5 Game Day Food and Beer Pairings That Win Every Time
For some, the big game will end in joyous uproar at the victory of their chosen team. For others... not so much. The good news? Beer and snacks never lose. .. Read More
January 08, 2024
Irish Ales Are Brewing: A Beer Kit Breakdown
Our Irish ale beer kits create a full spectrum of flavor in three sessionable homebrews: Irish Blonde Ale, Irish Red Ale, and Dry Irish Stout. .. Read More
November 17, 2023
Superior Christmas Ale Variants: Make Your Spiced Holiday Ale Even More Festive!
‘Tis the season for spiced holiday beers, and our Superior Christmas Ale beer recipe kit brings layered flavors of ginger, cinnamon, and honey to the holiday party. These three variant suggestions -- Imperial, Maple Bourbon Barrel, and Hot Pepper -- will make for even more holly and jolly imbibing. .. Read More
November 09, 2023
5 (Pretty Easy) Ways to Brew Better Beer
Completely new to homebrewing? Have quite a few beers under your belt? Both new and intermediate brewers can take their beer to the next level with just a few technique tweaks or equipment upgrades. Here are our top 5 ways to make your beer better. .. Read More
November 09, 2023
21 Homebrewing Lessons I Wish I’d Learned Sooner
Whether it’s something that saves you time, money, or even space in your brew cave, there are plenty of ways you can make your hobby an even better experience. We asked Northern Brewer employees their recommendations for things they wish they’d known or purchased sooner and found answers for home... .. Read More
October 30, 2023
Getting Started With Kegging
Learning to Keg Your Homebew Getting into kegging can be daunting at first, but once you get the hang of it, you'll be glad you started. .. Read More
October 26, 2023
How to Bottle Your Homemade Wine
You’re ready to finally bottle your wine?! You’ve waited a long time, so you’ll be happy to know this is one of the easiest steps. .. Read More
September 11, 2023
It's Never Too Late for Oktoberfest (or Mocktoberfest)
If you’re a homebrewer without the ability to lager or succumbed to a far-to-relatable level of procrastination - fear not, we have plenty of ways you can still brew a quick turning Oktoberfest. A Mocktoberfest, if you will. .. Read More
August 31, 2023
How to Add Fruit Flavor to Beer
While you can add fruit or fruit flavoring to any style of beer, some styles lend themselves to being paired with fruit better than others. .. Read More
July 21, 2023
How to Make Wine From a Recipe Kit
If you’re looking to make wine, it’s actually quite easy to get started with wine recipe kits. Using wine kits is the best place to start your wine making journey because kits simplify the wine making process from grape to glass. .. Read More
April 23, 2023
Troy Loken - #BrewingWithDad
Troy Loken is a Dad of two and the e-mail marketing specialist at Northern Brewer. He is an incredible father with a passion for making and sharing wine. .. Read More
April 23, 2023
Jamie Penick - #BrewingWithDad
Jamie is raising the next generation of homebrewers. In this article he'll chat about his kids and share his favorite brewing product. .. Read More
April 23, 2023
Dan Banken - #BrewingWithDad
Dan is a product manager at Northern Brewer. He's a 'Dog Dad' to an adorable pup named Luna, and he loves taking her to breweries for belly rubs. .. Read More
April 23, 2023
Justin Winkelman - #BrewingWithDad
Justin Winkelman is a dad of two little girls who love to help out on brew days. He's a big fan of making kombucha and shares his go-to starter kit here. .. Read More
April 23, 2023
Todd Jackson - #BrewingWithDad
Todd is a brewer with 14 years of experience, and a Dad of a 6-year-old boy. Check out Todd's life lessons and favorite homebrewing product. .. Read More
April 23, 2023
Gesta Lexen - #BrewingWithDad
Gesta is the Director of HR at Northern Brewer. He's a new brewer and a new dad eager to share what his recommendations and lessons. .. Read More
April 23, 2023
Laura Edwards - #BrewingWithDad
Laura has been brewing with her Dad for 4 years. Today, Laura helps customers all over the U.S. learn how to make beer. View Laura's favorite brewing product. .. Read More
April 22, 2023
Brewing With Dad
Sharing the homebrew experience with a parent or child can be one of the most rewarding parts of brewing. See how the dads of Northern Brewer share the hobby! .. Read More
January 16, 2023
Fermentis SafBrew™ BR-8
Bring “funky notes” to your beer with SafBrew™ BR-8, the first dry Brett for your bottle and/or cask conditioning! .. Read More
November 10, 2022
How to Make and Ferment Sauerkraut at Home
Making home-fermented sauerkraut is extremely easy and makes a delicious food packed full of probiotics, Vitamin C, and salty-tart flavor that can be used as a topping or eaten as a side dish like a slaw or salad. .. Read More
October 23, 2022
Beer Style Guide - Sour Beers
Sour beers range from a gentle sour tinge that helps provide complexity to ragingly mouth-puckering sourness. .. Read More
May 18, 2022
SafAle™ WB-06: Give the character you want to your wheat beer styles
In this period of spring in the Northern hemisphere, with temperatures rising, it’s a great time to enjoy refreshing and drinkable beers, especially wheat beer styles. Let’s take a deeper look at a yeast specifically selected for wheat beers, SafAle™ WB-06. .. Read More
May 17, 2022
What is a Cold IPA and How Do You Homebrew One?
Cold IPA is the hottest… uh, coldest thing in craft beer right now. We look at the emerging style, what makes it different from other India pale ales, and get two recipes from professional brewers for you to brew at home. .. Read More
March 31, 2022
Brew an Authentic Floor-Malted Porter (aka a Floorter)
Mystery grist was carefully swept off the grain room floor. Hop dust was collected from the warehouse floor as well (we’re eco-friendly like that). All to debunk a centuries-old myth and correctly brew a beer we’ve been brewing wrong for hundreds of years. .. Read More
March 20, 2022
Homebrewing for Springtime
Anyone can grab a random seasonal beer on the way to the first BBQ of the season, but it takes a true, far-sighted homebrewer to anticipate this joyous moment and arrive with something brewed specifically for the occasion. .. Read More
February 16, 2022
How Much Do You Know About SafAle™ BE-256 Belgian Dry Yeast?
SafAle™ BE-256 by Fermentis, formerly known as “Abbaye yeast”, is the perfect partner for a wide range of Belgian beers: Dubbel, Tripel, Quad, and of course abbey styles. SafAle™ BE-256 can be a perfect ally for many other beers as well. .. Read More
January 13, 2022
Northern Brewer Homebrewing Starter Kit Buyer Guide
Whether you’re looking for yourself or for a friend wanting to get into the hobby of home brewing, you’ve come to the right place. There are a lot of options and while there’s no right or wrong choice, there are definitely options that can suit your specific needs. .. Read More
December 07, 2021
Christmas Ale Style with SafAle™ T-58
All beers have their own characteristics - hop forward, high alcohol, dry, sweet, etc. During this winter period, one characteristic that’s often focused on is the spiciness that lends itself to the beer style now known as the Christmas Ale. .. Read More
November 26, 2021
Homebrew Supply Shortages Call for Fresh Ideas
Tastes have become recipes. Those recipes have met practices on brewdays, and then found their way through the cell membranes of various yeasts, until the whole was poured into pint glasses. .. Read More
November 23, 2021
Stout-Braised Pulled Pork Sandwich Recipe
I love food, and I love beer, and as a homebrewer I love to incorporate my homebrew into my food. .. Read More
November 23, 2021
Intergalactic Brain Rescue Pale Ale Recipe
A brain vacation into outer space, thanks to the heady, high-alpha tropical-fruit funk of Galaxy hops. .. Read More
November 23, 2021
Minnesota Stars and Northern Brewer Announce Partnership
“We’re excited to begin working with Northern Brewer to develop a homebrew kit that can help bring our fans together to enjoy the hobby." .. Read More
November 23, 2021
New Year's Champagne Cake Recipe
Serve with a flute of good champagne (or match to whichever alcohol you used). Now, don't forget to start a batch of sparkling wine for use in next year's cake! .. Read More
November 19, 2021
Belgo-American Brown Recipe
Recipe concoction: Chizzer Wizzer Belgo-American Brown, or a Chuzzer Wuzzer Belgo-American Pale. .. Read More
November 16, 2021
Infusing Alcohol with Peppers, Lavender, and More
Recently, I made a habanero-infused vodka. This isn’t an infusion for the weak of heart. It’s as hot and intense as it sounds. .. Read More
November 11, 2021
Expert Tips for Brewing Coffee Beer
Here at Northern Brewer Homebrew Supply, we love coffee almost as much as beer (well, maybe). And, we definitely love coffee beers. That’s why we were so excited to work with a local Minnesota roastery, Bootstrap Coffee Roasters, on our Blue Collar Coffee Stout beer recipe kit. .. Read More
November 10, 2021
A Buzz-worthy Partnership with Backstory Coffee Roasters
Sharing roots in St. Paul, as well as a passion for unmatched ingredients, we’ve teamed up with Bootstrap Coffee Roasters to bring exceptional, Fair Trade Certified, and Certified Organic coffee into our beers. Read about our partnership and the beer that resulted. .. Read More
October 07, 2021
Ball Lock Kegs Vs. Pin Lock Kegs
So you’re starting to get sick of bottling and want to switch to kegs, but have come to realize they come in all shapes and sizes and you’re not sure which is right for you? Some homebrewers have no preference between ball lock kegs vs. pin lock kegs - while for others it’s as much of a preferenc... .. Read More
October 01, 2021
Omega Yeast's Dried Lutra Kviek Yeast
Playing off of the traditional drying practices Norwegian brewers use to preserve their kveik cultures, Omega Yeast is excited to announce Lutra® Kveik in a new dried format. Dried Lutra is the shockingly clean and versatile kveik strain brewers welcomed last year, now easily accessible worldwide. .. Read More
September 29, 2021
Grainfather Comparison Guide
Grainfather equipment ensures anyone can brew professional quality craft beer, no matter their brewing experience. With top-of-the-line construction and a 3-year warranty, you can rest assured you’re getting a product where satisfaction is guaranteed. .. Read More
September 23, 2021
Comparing Yeast Strains for Hard Cider
Each year, during fall harvest and apple season, we get asked a lot of questions about making hard cider at home. To help answer those questions, Northern Brewer team members Chip and Dan set up a taste panel for a batch of hard cider that was split six ways and fermented with six different yeasts. .. Read More
September 20, 2021
Brew Now for Later: What Beer Styles Benefit from Aging
It’s true that some things get better with age. While many beers are best enjoyed fresh, others benefit from time left to condition and come into their own. In this video, we taste their way through two of Northern Brewer’s higher-alcohol beer kits to highlight the benefits of aging homebrew. .. Read More
September 01, 2021
Cider and How Various Yeast Strains Affect Them
Yeast strains have a huge impact on cider profiles, not only in terms of fermentation performances and analytics, but also from a sensory perception. Cidermakers can experiment with them to achieve their final product target. Fermentis focused its research on the selection of valuable strains ded... .. Read More
August 09, 2021
How to Make Mead Like a Viking
Drank by Vikings and their Norse Gods, sometimes even referred to as Nectar of the Gods, mead has been around for centuries and is possibly the world’s oldest alcoholic drink. .. Read More
July 30, 2021
Omega Yeast's Cosmic Punch™
Cosmic Punch™ (OYL-402) is the first strain released as a part of a Thiolized™ series from our R&D team. Our Thiolized process enhances a yeast’s natural ability to biotransform compounds found in malt and hops to unleash thiols that evoke grapefruit, passion fruit and guava aromas. .. Read More
July 01, 2021
How to Make Mead at Home
If you make your own wine, the transition to making Mead is easy, and the equipment needed is the same. .. Read More
June 18, 2021
RJS Craft Winemaking Brand Refresh
Northern Brewer is excited to announce the launch of RJS Winemaking’s bold new packaging redesign to Cru International, Cru Select, and En Primeur Winery Series. .. Read More
May 18, 2021
SafAle™ BE-134: The Multi-Purpose Saison Dry Yeast
The SafAle™ BE-134 is most often presented on forums and magazines as the “Saison yeast” and while it works perfectly in this style of beer, the sky's the limit when it comes to the imagination of homebrewers. .. Read More
May 13, 2021
Aerating Your Wort
Aerating, or adding oxygen, to your wort is perhaps the easiest way to improve the quality of your homebrewed beer. .. Read More
May 13, 2021
Welcome Spring with a Maibock
While Oktoberfest may reign as the popular occasion to drink German beer, the Bavarian region blesses us with another seasonal beer to enjoy in the other half of the year. Brewed in Fall for Spring, the Maibock style is a stronger version of the German Helles or “light-colored” beer (aka Heller B... .. Read More
April 29, 2021
24th Annual Big Brew Day 2021 -
Go Big Brew or Go Home May 1, 2021 is National Homebrew Day! And what better way to celebrate than by collectively brewing some beer. Each year the American Homebrewers Association announces two recipes for Big Brew and this year they’ve chosen Janet’s Brown Ale and Star Gazer IPA. .. Read More
April 29, 2021
Your Guide to the Essential (Beer) Worker: Fresh Yeast
Dry to liquid, lager to ales, we carry a lot of yeast strains. And some, like our Kveik strains, have been passed down for generations. Which means there's a lot of responsibility on our shoulders to make sure these billions of cells live their best life before they’re dropped into your fermenter. .. Read More
April 23, 2021
Homebrewing Glossary
Glossary definitions for homebrewing terms from A to Z .. Read More
April 22, 2021
Homebrewing Instructional Videos
Find all of our instructional videos for starter kits, equipment, ingredients, specialty styles, and more on our YouTube channel. Subscribe and follow along on our homebrew journey covering everything from pitching yeast to kegging brew. .. Read More
April 01, 2021
From Bratwurst to Brat Wort: How to Make Your New Favorite Beer
Over the last few years, dessert beers have really had their time to shine. Pastry stouts, fruited sours, milkshake IPAs....but what about those of us born and bred in the Midwest who prefer something a little more savory? Where’s the umami? Where’s the crisp? Where’s the char? .. Read More
March 05, 2021
Witch Hunt: Craft Beer’s Coven
International Women’s Day has been celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women for more than a century. March 8 marks a call to action for accelerating women’s equality through a number of missions, including inclusive workplaces so women can thrive. .. Read More
February 01, 2021
Homebrewing for Valentine's Day
Good beer is one of my passions, and my wife shares a passion for good food and drink: so began a brew day with my wife. .. Read More
January 22, 2021
How to Brew in a Bag
Brew In A Bag, or as it’s commonly abbreviated BIAB, is an easy homebrewing method for going all-grain without adding too many new pieces of equipment into your homebrewery or adding hours to your brew day .. Read More
December 30, 2020
Fan-Favorite Winter Beers
Whether you're brewing for friends and family or just stocking up for the winter, these three homebrews are fan-favorites! .. Read More
November 20, 2020
New Strains from Omega Yeast
Join us for a conversation with Omega Yeast about their two newest strains, Bananza and Sundew. .. Read More
October 14, 2020
From Farmhouse to Fementer: Your Guide to Kveik Yeast
Kveik (pronounced kvike or kuh-vike) is the ancient super yeast you may have heard a lot of buzz about in the last few years. The word “kveik” is actually a dialect word for “yeast” in Norwegian and has been passed down for generations in traditional farmstead brewing. But it’s not just nostalgia... .. Read More
October 07, 2020
How to Kettle Sour Beer
Kettle souring is a technique that allows brewers to rapidly sour unfermented wort in just a matter of days, often taking only a mere 24 hours. .. Read More
October 01, 2020
Q & A with Omega Yeast Labs
After consulting with my fellow brewers, I reached out to Lance Shaner, the Founder and CEO of Omega Yeast Labs, with some of our questions. .. Read More
October 01, 2020
How to Keg Beer
Want to know how to keg beer? Watch this video and you'll be ready for your own kegging setup in no time! .. Read More
September 01, 2020
How to Make Hard Seltzer
At a time when hard seltzer is taking over the world, we thought we'd craft our own version and share the instructions with you so you can make seltzer at home....at a fraction of the cost! .. Read More
August 16, 2020
How to Make Smashing Pumpkin Ale with Real Pumpkin
There is one question we get asked A LOT during the fall and winter months - and that's how to incorporate real pumpkin in our Smashing Pumpkin Ale Beer Kits. .. Read More
August 12, 2020
Spent Grain into Pretzels Recipe
Not only does spent grain allow you to reuse your grain, but it also creates healthier food options for you and your home! .. Read More
July 30, 2020
Brewing Airlocks
An airlock is a piece of homebrewing equipment filled with sanitizer that prevents oxygen and bacteria from contaminating your fermenting beer. It allows CO2 to escape the fermentation vessel but will not allow in contaminants. .. Read More
June 18, 2020
How To Make Boozy Kombucha
Give you're kombucha an extra kick and learn how to make alcoholic kombucha. .. Read More
June 18, 2020
Chill Haze
If you’ve ever poured an ice-cold craft beer like an IPA into a glass and it looked unfiltered when it was most definitely filtered, your beer might have chill haze. .. Read More
May 15, 2020
Stuck Fermentation
A stuck or sluggish fermentation is never fun. However, you need not worry we'll get your yeast activated in no time. .. Read More
May 15, 2020
Controlling Fermentation Temperature
Maintaining fermentation temperature within your yeast strain's preferred range will produce optimal beer. .. Read More
May 15, 2020
Cold Crashing Beer for Crystal Clear Homebrew
Achieve crystal clear beer by using the method of cold crashing. Cold crashing is the process of lowering the temperature of the beer very quickly to near-freezing and holding it for about 24 hours. .. Read More
May 15, 2020
Fermentation
Fermentation is the scientific process of yeast, a single-celled organism, consuming sugars from various sources like malted barley, and converting them into Co2 and alcohol. .. Read More
April 17, 2020
Fermentis New England IPA Yeast Strains
The American Homebrewers Association reached out to Fermentis to put together 3 yeast strains for the Northeast IPA style beer. They, in turn, reached out to us here at Northern Brewer to sell the yeast. .. Read More
April 09, 2020
How to Make a Yeast Starter
A yeast starter is a solution that enables yeast cells to propagate (or reproduce). It resembles a mini batch of beer, but is not meant for drinking. .. Read More
April 08, 2020
Hydrating Dry Yeast
Yeast is fragile, but it does so much for us, a little pampering here and there isn't too much to ask. .. Read More
April 06, 2020
What is Beer Brewing Yeast?
What is brewing yeast? Why is brewing yeast? We're here to give you a history lesson in brewers yeast and an overview of how to use it. .. Read More
February 24, 2020
How to Carbonate Beer in Bottles and Kegs
Learn how to carbonate your beer in bottles and kegs using priming sugar or co2. .. Read More
February 19, 2020
Over Carbonated Beer in Bottles and Kegs
CO2 can be treated just like an ingredient - it can dramatically change the flavor and experience of the beer. .. Read More
February 19, 2020
How to Pour the Perfect Pint of Beer
Every homebrewer dreams of the day when they can kiss bottling goodbye. Upgrading to a kegging system says a lot about you. .. Read More
February 19, 2020
Carbonating Beer Using Specialty Techniques
Looking beyond just carbonating your beer using priming sugar and co2. .. Read More
February 19, 2020
Why Didn't My Beer Carbonate?
Is your beer not carbonating? Check out these common causes. .. Read More
February 19, 2020
Sugars Used for Carbonating Beer
A list of various sugars that can be used to carbonate your beer. .. Read More
January 24, 2020
Growing a Hop Garden
Hops come in an industry stable form, nicely pelletized, vacuum sealed on nitrogen and include the alpha and beta acid levels right on the package. .. Read More
January 22, 2020
How To Grow Hops from Rhizomes
Considering growing hops? Here's a step by step process on how to grow your own hops. .. Read More
January 14, 2020
Step By Step Instructions: Kombucha Recipe
Once you have all the necessary [ingredients and supplies,] you can get started making kombucha with this 1 gallon recipe. .. Read More
January 14, 2020
How to Carbonate Kombucha
Carbonation is naturally created while the SCOBY is converting the sweet tea to kombucha. However, this CO2 (carbonation) escapes through the butter muslin and doesn’t remain in the kombucha. To add a bubbly effervescence to your kombucha, you just have to follow these simple steps: .. Read More
January 14, 2020
Kombucha Ingredients & Supplies
Making kombucha at home is easy, and doesn’t require much equipment or ingredients. Check out this comprehensive list for all the useful kombucha equipment. .. Read More
January 14, 2020
How to Flavor Kombucha
There are three methods to adding flavor to kombucha: 1. In the Bottle, 2. In Primary Fermentation, 3. In Secondary Fermentation. Each of these methods have pros and cons, let’s run through them. .. Read More
January 14, 2020
What is a Kombucha SCOBY?
A SCOBY is the actor that changes sweet tea to kombucha. The word SCOBY is actually an acronym that means Symbiotic Culture of Bacteria and Yeast. What does that really mean? .. Read More
January 14, 2020
What is Kombucha?
Kombucha (kom·bu·cha | \ ˌkäm-ˈbü-chə) is a sweet tea that is fermented by a SCOBY. We all know what sweet tea is, but what is fermentation .. Read More
October 23, 2019
Making Different Meads: Braggot, Pyment, Melomel, Bochet, Metheglin, oh my!
Making Different Meads: Braggot, Pyment, Melomel, Bochet, Metheglin, oh my! Mead is one of the oldest and farthest reaching fermented beverages in the world. Where there's honey, there's mead. .. Read More
October 15, 2019
How to Build a Brew Cave
The Brew Cave: the crown jewel of the homebrewer's humble abode. In this guide, you'll find top recommendations for building your homebrew space. .. Read More
October 01, 2019
Ales & Lagers: What's the Difference?
The main difference between an ale and a lager is the temperature they are fermented and stored at. .. Read More
September 10, 2019
Maple Syrup Coffee Bacon Beer
Bacon Beer Brew Day Maple syrup, bacon, and coffee are all tasty treats in my book, so when I heard that a tiny brewery in Florida had made a porter with all three of these flavors, I had to have it. .. Read More
September 03, 2019
6 Secrets for Making Better Mead
Hitting your desired sweetness takes both skill and practice, but there are several things you should understand to help you get there. Check them out here. .. Read More
August 30, 2019
All-Grain Kits: Beer Recipes & Brewing Instructions
Northern Brewer has hundreds of recipe kits available for homebrewers. Here are the instructions for the beer kits offered online. .. Read More
August 23, 2019
Beer Grains: The Complete Guide for Homebrewers
From base malts to roasted malts, Northern Brewer has it all. Learn about the different types of malts and see a full list of every available grain. .. Read More
August 22, 2019
5 Easy Tricks for Boosting Yeast Health
Taking care of your yeast is one of the best ways to make better beer. Are you following these tips yet? .. Read More
August 16, 2019
Extract Kits: Beer Recipes & Brewing Instructions
Full list of brewing instructions for extract versions of Northern Brewer beer recipes. .. Read More
August 15, 2019
Do You Need to Make a Wine Yeast Starter?
Sprinkling dry yeast on the wine seems too easy. Is it too good to be true? .. Read More
August 13, 2019
11 Awesome Things To Keg (Besides Beer)
Trying to justify a kegging investment? You can use it for more than just beer! Sparkling wine, kombucha, water and more - the possibilities are endless! .. Read More
August 09, 2019
Dry Yeast and Liquid Yeast
Dry or liquid yeast? What's the difference, and what's the best choice for your homebrew? Remember: brewers make wort; yeast makes beer. .. Read More
August 07, 2019
What is Biscuit Malt: Know Your Home Brewing Ingredients
Biscuit malt is one of the most commonly used malts, but takes a bit of practice to get the character you're looking for. .. Read More
August 06, 2019
Wine Style Focus: Cabernet Sauvignon
The King of Reds, with a loyal following and adoring mass of devotees, continues its decades-long reign over fine wine. .. Read More
August 06, 2019
Beyond the Homebrew Starter Kit - Next Steps
So, you've brewed your first batch of homebrew. Maybe even your second or third. Now it's time to step up your game and take brewing to the next level. .. Read More
August 05, 2019
The Difference Between Pellet and Leaf Hops
This guide outlines the differences between whole hops and pellet hops, as well as when you might want to use the different formats in your homebrew recipes. .. Read More
August 05, 2019
Top 5 Tips for Brewing Beer Outside
A lot of brewers start out their first handful of brew days in the kitchen, but if you're itching to move your setup outside, here's what you'll need. .. Read More
August 02, 2019
7 Crucial Reasons to Keg Your Homebrew
Kegging saves countless hours of time and frustration. Plus, you can drink your beer way earlier than if you bottled it. .. Read More
August 01, 2019
RECIPE: Fresh Orange-Carrot-Ginger Soda
Craft soda is a great side project for homebrewers. It requires no extra equipment, and will be appreciated by the members of your squad who don't drink. .. Read More
August 01, 2019
Coffee for Brewers
Northern Brewer reached out to one of our favorite local, fair-trade bean bros for his take on the latest coffee beer trends. .. Read More
August 01, 2019
How to Make Cold Brewed Irish Coffee
Warm up with a traditional or cold-brewed Irish coffee. Your soul will thank you. .. Read More
August 01, 2019
How to Make Kombucha Tea at Home
Kombucha can be made from a variety of different tea blends and SCOBY. The best part is, you can brew kombucha at home very easily for pennies on the dollar. .. Read More
August 01, 2019
Clone the World's Best Craft Beers
Ever wanted to try your hand at making your favorite commercial beer at home? Now you can! See our extensive list of clone beer recipes. .. Read More
August 01, 2019
Why You Should Always Brew With a Yeast Starter
Yeast starters: the easiest way to drastically improve the quality of your beer. Anyone can do it, and everyone should do it. .. Read More
August 01, 2019
Beer and Your Body: The Alcohol Hangover
The best cure for a hangover is to avoid getting one altogether. Learn what causes the dreaded beer flu, and how you can prevent it. .. Read More
August 01, 2019
The Complete Guide to Kegging vs. Bottling
To keg or to bottle, that is the question. Bottling is a great option for beginners, while kegging is a time saver and lets you drink your homebrew earlier. .. Read More
July 31, 2019
The Importance of Changing Your Draft Lines
Bad keg lines can cause turbulence and unwanted off flavors in your beer, so keep it clean! .. Read More
July 30, 2019
How to Make Rice Beer
Rice beer is popular among large, commercial breweries, but it is also a traditional brewing method used to produce fantastic beer around the world. .. Read More
July 25, 2019
Top 8 Summer Homebrewing Styles and Recipes
Summer beer isn’t just a refreshing beverage, it’s a vessel that captures the memories of an entire season. .. Read More
July 25, 2019
How to Bottle Mead
Beer bottles, wine bottles, Champagne bottles, Belgian bottles....what's the best option? .. Read More
July 24, 2019
Glass Carboys vs. Plastic Carboys
This blog lists the pros and cons of both glass and plastic carboys. Brewers of all levels use both types of fermentors, but there are specific benefits to each type of carboy. .. Read More
July 23, 2019
Mighty Axe Hops Q&A with founder, Eric Sannerud
We’d like to introduce Mighty Axe Hops and their CEO Eric Sannerud who was kind enough to hop into the spotlight and answer some questions. .. Read More
July 19, 2019
Mighty Axe Hop Farms: Welcome to the Future of Hops
By constantly refining their process with research, Mighty Axe Hops is poised to become a hop growing powerhouse. .. Read More
July 19, 2019
Hop Varieties: Mighty Axe Feature
Anticipating the need for this within the brewing industry, Mighty Axe Hops began tweaking standard hop growing practices to emphasize a hop’s quality beyond its bitterness. .. Read More
July 19, 2019
Mighty Axe Hops
Mighty Axe Hops is a dream manifested by homebrewer Eric Sannerud and Ben Boo that was built from a class project. .. Read More
July 16, 2019
How to Bottle Beer at Home
Step-by-step guide on how to bottle beer. Clean, siphon, prime, fill, condition, and enjoy! .. Read More
July 16, 2019
Homebrew Starter Kit Video Instructions
Your beer starter kit just arrived on your doorstep. Now what? Watch the unboxing of Northern Brewer's most popular beer making kits. .. Read More
July 11, 2019
How to Brew All-Grain Beer
In this video, we’ll give you a crash course of everything you need to know to get started all grain brewing. .. Read More
July 08, 2019
How to Use Nutrients in Mead Making
By treating your yeast well and keeping them healthy you can avoid off-flavors in mead. .. Read More
July 02, 2019
How to Build a Keezer
The Keezer (n): a badass homemade kegerator. One of the single most satisfying projects a homebrewer can ever take on. .. Read More
June 27, 2019
Top 5 Ways to Improve your Wine Kit
While wine kits come with the ingredients to make a stellar bottle of wine, following a few of these tips can bring your creation to the next level. .. Read More
June 20, 2019
History and Characteristics of Pilsner
The light drinkability & refreshing qualities within this beer made it very accessible to the general public. It quickly found homes in pint glasses across the rest of Europe & the world. .. Read More
June 20, 2019
History and Characteristics of Blond Ales
Blonds are characterized by their golden or light yellow hue. They are often malty with hints of fruit undertones & gentle spicy phenolics. Compared to a Pilsner, it’s slightly thicker & is generally defined as medium-bodied. .. Read More
June 18, 2019
How to Clean Brewing Equipment
Even if you follow every step of the brewing process to the letter, if you do it in dirty equipment, the resulting beer will be riddled with off flavors. .. Read More
June 06, 2019
How to Pour a Proper Beer
Follow these 4 steps to minimizing agitation and pour the very best pint possible. .. Read More
May 20, 2019
Brewing Terms You Should Know
As you'll come to learn, brewing has its on language. From wort to LME to dry hops, here's some common brewing terms you can add to your lexicon. .. Read More
May 17, 2019
Brewing TV Homebrew Videos
Brewing TV is a place where brewing communities can connect and hear about what homebrewing has been, what it is, and where it is going. .. Read More
May 14, 2019
How to Choose a Brew Kettle
Choosing the right brew kettle relies on brewing capacity. The kettle needs to be at least a few gallons larger than the volume of wort to be boiled. .. Read More
May 01, 2019
Mead Making Video
Mead is a wine made from honey and is possibly mankind's original fermented beverage. This video features award winning meadmaker Curt Stock. .. Read More
April 17, 2019
Beer Yeast Attenuation
Attenuation refers to the quantity of sugar that's fermented by yeast. This can be very helpful when selecting a yeast strain for a recipe. .. Read More
April 01, 2019
How to Calculate Homebrew ABV
What's the ABV%? How strong is my homebrew? How can I increase the alcohol content of my batch? .. Read More
March 29, 2019
Opening a Craft Beer Making Kit: 5 Legendary Reactions
The 2018 Limited Edition beer making kit is sold out, but keep your eyes peeled as Santa's brew elves are preparing the 2019 version. .. Read More
March 15, 2019
Brewing with a Small Batch Brewing Kit
We have made the entry into Starter Kits even easier and removed the obstacles that may have been stopping you from brewing your own beer! .. Read More
March 14, 2019
Homebrewing with a Deluxe Homebrew Starter Kit
The best-selling beer starter kit in the history of beer. 20 years, thousands of brewers. Tried. Tested. Loved. .. Read More
March 12, 2019
Brewing with a Brew Share Enjoy™ Starter Kit
This starter kit was designed by brewers to make it possible for anyone, anywhere to create an incredible batch of beer from the comfort of home. .. Read More
March 07, 2019
Homebrew Cheat Sheet: Liquid Volume Conversions
How many ounces in one liter of homebrew? What about in 375 mL? Can you do 500 mL to oz? 16 oz to mL? How many ounces to 750 mL? .. Read More
January 11, 2019
Homebrew Bottling Day
Typical beer bottles used in homebrewing are 12 oz brown bottles, but there are several varieties that can be used. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
How to Steep Grains When Home Brewing
During the Grain Steeping process, you will inject more flavor, color and/or body to your brew. The process is much like steeping tea, but with a larger amount of ingredients and a longer steep. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
How to Ferment Beer
This article covers the basics of homebrew fermentation, as well as all the equipment you'll need for a successfully fermented beer. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Cleaning Up Your Homebrew Equipment
Clean up is fairly straightforward- simply use the cleaner to remove any deposits from your equipment and air dry. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Homebrew Preparation
Ensure you have the necessary equipment and ingredients to proceed with brewing. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Boiling Wort
After you have steeped your grains, it is time to get boiling. Crank the heat to high. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
How to Prepare Homebrew Wort
To prepare "wort" by boiling malt and hops, chill the wort and pitch the yeast. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
How to Cool Wort
Once the boil is over, you will need to cool the wort to prepare it for pitching the yeast. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
How to Decontaminate Homebrew Equipment
Now that our wort is cooling off, it is time to prepare the fermenter and equipment for the fermentation. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Transferring Wort
Once the fermenter and equipment has been decontaminated and the wort chilled, it is time to transfer the wort from the kettle to the fermenter. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
How to Pitch Yeast
Once the wort has been topped off and aerated, it is time to pitch the yeast. Pitching is the term brewers use for adding yeast to wort. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Hard Cider Making Made Easy
Your hard cider will be fantastic on a hot summer day or a cool fall evening. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Wine Making Videos
A selection of wine making videos for both experienced wine makers and beer brewers looking to try something new. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
How to Use a Hydrometer for Brewing and Wine Making
The hydrometer measures the amount of sugar that is dissolved in water. Generally, this is referred to as Specific Gravity. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Stuck Homebrew Fermentations
Beer is a remarkably resilient thing, so don’t panic! A little TLC, and your batch will be right back on track again. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
How to Sanitize Homebrew Equipment
To all the brewers that are now using alkaline cleaners instead of dish soap, you made my day; your brew will thank you. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
I Built a Brewery in my Basement
The goal was to build a brewery the could be used even when it was -25°F outside, with minimal brew-day setup. Mission accomplished. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
How to Partial Mash Homebrew
By adding a "mini-mash" to standard malt extract brewing techniques, you can create a more complex malt profile and gain access to a wider palette of grains without a big investment in all-grain equipment. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
How to Chill Wort on Brew Day
Chilling the wort from boiling to yeast-pitching temperature as quickly as possible has a number of benefits, besides the time you’ll save. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Blichmann Breweasy
The BrewEasy™ is a revolutionary new ultra-compact and economical all-grain brewing system. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Farley's Feature - All Grain Myths
Here are some of the most common myths holding brewers back from making the plunge into all-grain brewing. Sound familiar? .. Read More
October 23, 2018
St. Patrick's Day and Beoir Bhaile
Brewing for any Holiday allows you to get into the spirit of things a few weeks early, but this is especially true for St. Paddy's. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Northern Brewer Partners with Pints for Prostates
Northern Brewer is partnering with nonprofit, Pints for Prostates, to raise awareness of prostate cancer and help those affected by the disease. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Get in Gear for Summer Beer
The backyard, patio or driveway is the best place to bask in what little gorgeous brewing weather some of us actually get during the year. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
How to Shorten Your Brew Day
Smash beers are a great way to simplify your Brew Day. They are easy to develop and easy to piece together from your stock at home. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Minnesota's Women Brewers
When it comes to brewing, women don’t mess around. We’re proud to count many of these brewers among our friends and brew heroes. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Breweries That Go Above and Beyond
Breweries are increasingly becoming integral centers of our communities by routinely providing fun, flavor, and festivities. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Beer Halls: A Good Excuse to Get Social
We hear all the time about the dangers of being addicted to our phones, social media and screens in general. Know what's a great cure for that? Beer halls! .. Read More
October 23, 2018
The Ultimate Brewery Road Trip
Pack your bag and pilgrimage to 70 of the top-ranked breweries in the world. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Charlie Papazian & The Complete Joy of Home Brewing
That all went away the minute I opened my second-hand copy of “The New Complete Joy of Homebrewing” by some guy named Charlie Papazian. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Instructions and How-To Guides for Beer and Wine Making
Comprehensive list of instructions for using your first beer making kit to setting up a kegging system at home. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
The Last Straw Bottle Filler - From Keg to Bottle
The Last Straw™ makes bottling day a pleasure instead of a chore with ergonomic handling and quick response time giving you the ability to fill your bottles faster. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Why to Bottle Homebrew Instead of Kegging
By all means embrace the shiny new serving technology, but don’t disparage the simple brown bottle. You just might need some of them soon. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Priming Sugars and Carbonation
Looking for the perfectly carbonated bottle of homebrew? Precise priming requires 3 pieces of information: Volume of the beer, Desired volumes of CO2, and The current temperature of the beer. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Kegging and Bottling Videos
These videos will walk you through different ways of carbonating, storing, and serving your fully-fermented homebrew. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Wine Style Focus: Sangiovese
Sangiovese also finds expression in the so-called "Super Tuscans" -- wines crafted, often on small estates, outside the regulations of the DOGC and labeled humbly as Vino di Tavola ("table wine"). .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Wine Style Focus: Aromatic German Whites
With more umlauts than an 80s hair metal tribute band, we break down the aromatic whites of Germany and Austria. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Wine Style Focus: South American Reds
Something of an incubator for offbeat or forgotten varietals, the vintners of Argentina and Chile have a way of making a grape their own. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Wine Style Focus: Zinfandel
Big, bold tannin bombs, sweet and fruity blush wines, Italian Primitivo, American old vines: Zinfandel is a grape that has many labels, and bears them all well. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Wine Style Focus: Merlot
A deep, sensuous shade in the glass; a grape that offers up a fruity bouquet; the most accessible of the red wines. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
High Alcohol Fermentations: 18% Dry Mead
18% is generally regarded as the upper limit for mead fermentations, as even the strongest wine yeasts struggle after this much alcohol is present. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Wine Tasting Tutorial
Component tasting solutions are made in one-litre volumes, using any commercial bottled water that is free of flavour or minerals. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Making Hard Cider with Pasteurized Juice or Real Apples
It's quite easy to make hard ciders just like the ones being produced at the many craft cideries that are popping up across the country. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
What is Secondary Fermentation
The duration of a secondary fermentation or conditioning phase can vary from as little as a week to over 6 months. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
How To Dry Hop Beer
Dry hopping extracts the essential oils from hops and gives beer its fresh aroma. This is often done during secondary fermentation. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Vanilla Porter Recipe
Vanilla is used all over the place in baking, though, so I wonder if it wouldn't work well in other beers besides porters, stouts, and brown ales. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Jake's BIAB CDA
This is a simple Brew-In-A-Bag recipe; a sessionable CDA, nothing crazy. Here is the recipe. Cheers! .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Classic American Lager Recipe
Why did the American Lager come to be? By brewing with what our forefathers had on hand, of course, just like everyone else. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Stovetop Brewing: The Texas Two-Step and Split Boil
Hopefully this will help some people keep brewing all-grain during the winter (or rainy days) and others who don't want to invest in a huge kettle for full volume boils. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Advanced Wort Chilling
There’s more than one way to cool wort, and they’re not all created equal. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Dry Hopping Your Homebrew
Have you ever wondered how some beers get that amazing hop punch in the flavor and aroma? Part of it could be from dry hopping. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Homebrewing Clubs: The Iowa Brewers Union
The concept of a homebrew club is difficult to describe to the uninitiated. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Guess That Beer: Mystery Quad from Brewing TV #58
Also known as, "St. Edhar 12 First Among Equals" - as seen in "Brewing TV - Episode 58: Guess That Beer." .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Weyermann® Oak-Smoked Pale Wheat Malt Recipe
My observation after 18 years of brewing and judging beer is that folks either hate smoked beers or love smoked beers. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
What to Brew for Weddings
When I hear about friends getting engaged, my first response is, "What kind of beer do you want for your wedding?" .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Big Brew for National Homebrew Day 2012
Traditionally, clubs and friends gather to make these recipes for a sense of national community. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Shining Star Pale Ale: A Success!
Cheers to good works, good beer and the beautiful game! .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Inside the White House: Homebrew Recipes and Video
Regardless of your political leanings, I hope we can all agree it's pretty cool to see homebrew recipes being made in the White House and into the national spotlight. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Beer Nerd Book Club: "Extreme Brewing" (Deluxe Edition)
Includes a bunch of awesome recipes from Sam, Dogfish Head staff, fellow brewers, and collaborators. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Beer Nerd Book Club - "IPA" by Mitch Steele
We're here to discuss the new, hotly anticipated book, "IPA: Brewing Techniques, Recipes, and the Evolution of India Pale Ale." .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Homebrew Hacks, Tips & Tricks
Up your game and impress your friends with these homebrewing hacks, tips & tricks! .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Farley's Feature - Innovation
Good beer was good beer because the brewers of these beers suffered and toiled to make them, as was the tradition! .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Corking Belgian Bottles
The equipment needed to do this is: 750ml Belgian Style bottles, Belgian beer corks, hooded wires, and an appropriate corker. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Balancing Draft Systems
Proper balancing of a draft system is key to excellent presentation and serving of your homemade and commercially produced beverages. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
How to Build a Kegerator
Regardless of how long you've been brewing, bottling your beer is a tedious process. That's why many of us eventually decide to start kegging our homebrew. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
How to Switch From Homebrewing to Wine Making
Got a few batches of homebrew under your belt but feel like trying your hand at wine? An easy thing with these few additions. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Experimenting with Wine Yeast
I am especially excited about the French Saison strain, which is very attenuative and produces distinct spicy/lemony flavors. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Wyeast Yeast Experiment
A while back I posted about a yeast experiment that used 6 different ale yeast strains to make mead. Preliminary tasting results from five Northern Brewer employees are in, I've summarized them below. Some things I've taken away from this experiment: phenolic yeast strains really don't do well a... .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Spring Wine
Instead of exerting control over all factors, as one constantly tries to in beer, you've got to let the wine control you. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Tasting Showdown: Hard Cider vs. An Apple
Who would win in a taste test? To find out I sat down with a classic food pairing - an apple and a glass of cider - and evaluated each. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Wine Style Focus: Chardonnay
The range of flavors coaxed from this humble grape is truly astounding: from bright and crisp to dense, oak-aged and buttery; tropical fruit to flint and steel. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Wine Style Focus: Sauvignon Blanc
One of the easiest and best wines to pair with food. Its uncomplicated and refreshingly acidic character allow it to match well with a wide variety of dishes. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Two Melomels from Curt Stock
Meadmaker of the Year (2005) and Northern Brewer mead kit creator Curt Stock shares two of his favorite melomel recipes with Brewing TV. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Wine Style Focus: Shiraz/Syrah
Syrah is poised to become the next big thing in red wine; an ancient pedigree combined with rising popularity and plantings in new areas. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Wine Style Focus: Barolo
Barolo is a DOCG-classified red that is famously assertive, complex, and fantastic with food. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Wine Style Focus: Pinot Noir
“Sex in a glass,” “hedonistic,” “made by the devil,” “the most romantic of wines,” “the most capricous, ungracious, unforgiving, fascinating grape of them all.” .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Eisbock Recipe
Beers with strong malt character and/or spices seem to eis well. Hoppy beer DO NOT eis well. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
How to Use EZ-Cap Bottles
Sharp packaging can make every bottle opening a bit more like Christmas. Here is a simple and easy option you can use when bottling your beer. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
How to Use Champagne Bottles
Champagne bottles can be used for more than just champagne... .. Read More
October 23, 2018
How to Use Belgian Bottles
Belgian-style bottles can be used for bottling a variety of beer styles. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
How to Choose the Right Keg Parts
If you're just starting to keg, let us be the first to say: welcome to the good life. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Lower Alcohol Meads
Meads tend to take a long time to age and are too high gravity to quaff as a refreshment. Solution: Mini-Hefe-Hydro-Melo-Mel. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Make Wine for Better Beer
It will be a proud moment in my winemaking when I can taste which grape varieties are used, what oak, and the origin. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Kegging Overview and Guide to Kegging Terms
Kegging is the fastest and easiest way to serve beer. Each kegging system is slightly different but will contain three items: Tap Lines, a Regulator to control carbonation and a keg. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
3 Reasons to Own a Handheld CO2 Keg Charger
This handy article contains the top three reasons to own a handheld CO2 keg charger. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
How to Make a Bicycle Pump Keg Dispenser
Have you ever bought a commercial keg for a party and used that tap with the hand pump on it to dispense it? .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Bottling Homebrewed Beer: A Labor of Love
Bottling beer is probably the least enjoyed part of brewing, and not without reason. But fear not -- here's a few tips to help improve your bottling day. .. Read More
October 23, 2018
Brew. SHARE. Enjoy. Starter Kit
This homebrew starter kit includes everything you need to make your very own beer at home. Watch as our experts introduce everything included in the beer kit! .. Read More
September 18, 2018
Wine Making Glossary
A glossary in alphabetical list with all the winemaking terms you'd ever need to know...and then some! .. Read More