California Common, or Steam Beer, as it is also historically known as, is one of only three styles that have their origins deeply rooted in America. During the California Gold Rush of 1849, several different businesses launched and this included … [Read more...] about How to Brew California Common | Homebrew Challenge
How to Make Hooch
Hooch is a funny name for a"homemade wine", but it sure is catchy. Other terms, like "pruno wine" or "buck wine", have been around as nicknames for this DIY booze as well. So take this article as part-guide and part-fun-trivia-piece. Don't go … [Read more...] about How to Make Hooch
How to Make Rum
Most people know what rum is, or at least have tried something like a rum coke. If you hadn't known, rum is made from fermenting sugarcane juice or molasses and then distilling them to get that fantastic alcohol for cocktails or just over … [Read more...] about How to Make Rum
Best Still Kits: Review & Buying Guide
Have you ever bought alcohol from the store and thought, ‘I could do this better’? Well, there’s a way to do that. And it’s not complicated at all. Distilling your own alcohol, wine, or even essential oils (yes!) can be a fun and rewarding … [Read more...] about Best Still Kits: Review & Buying Guide
How to Brew American Amber Ale | Homebrew Challenge
American Amber Ale is a middle ground between an American Pale Ale and American Brown Ale. While the American amber ale is filled with flavor and aroma of American hops, the malt is the real stand-out that differentiates it from brown ales and … [Read more...] about How to Brew American Amber Ale | Homebrew Challenge
How to Make Absinthe at Home
Absinthe has had a certain reputation for its strength and hallucinogenic characteristic (more on that later). It’s fun to make absinthe at home, whether you want to do it just to make one customized to your preferences, or to get a hallucinogenic … [Read more...] about How to Make Absinthe at Home
How to Make Moonshine
Ever watched movies and wondered how they say they make moonshine in their bathtub at home? Well, it’s not like rocket science! It’s actually pretty easy to make it at home. Check out this guide on how to make moonshine yourself, which includes … [Read more...] about How to Make Moonshine
How to Make Potato Vodka
Typically made with grain, potatoes have been popular as a substitute mash for vodka, giving the vodka an earthy tone. It's important to note that the information here is purely for reference purposes. Brewing and distilling liquor like vodka and … [Read more...] about How to Make Potato Vodka
Puppers Beer: Real or Fake?
It's official. The premium lager inspired by the award-winning TV show, Letterkenny, has come true. It's 100% official beer of Letterkenny with a satisfying taste that can get along with anyone in the room. How do we know? We've been eyeing … [Read more...] about Puppers Beer: Real or Fake?
How to Brew American Pale Ale | Homebrew Challenge
American Pale Ale is closely related to the English Pale Ale. These two beers share the same history, with the American version becoming a separate style nearly forty years ago. American pale ales are refreshing, pale in color, hoppy, yet with … [Read more...] about How to Brew American Pale Ale | Homebrew Challenge
How to Brew American Blonde Ale | Homebrew Challenge
American Blonde Ale has been in the American beer lexicon for a short amount of time here in the states; around the 1970s. However, the origins of Blonde Ales can actually be traced back to the later half of the 1800’s in Europe. Usually a … [Read more...] about How to Brew American Blonde Ale | Homebrew Challenge
World’s Strongest Beer at 57.8% ABV
Transcript: Johnny, biggest beer here in the world mate. I can't wait. Get us the beer. No problem. I got off good here. Look at how cute it is. Hey, biggies. And welcome to what must be the most ridiculous video we've ever made. And we've made … [Read more...] about World’s Strongest Beer at 57.8% ABV
Closed Loop Transfer; No Foaming Oxygen Free Transfer
In this video, I'm going to show you how to do a closed loop, oxygen free transfer, and that's coming up. How's it going? My name is Brian and I'd like to welcome you to the channel. If this is your first time here, and you'd like to learn more … [Read more...] about Closed Loop Transfer; No Foaming Oxygen Free Transfer
Clawhammer Supply Electric Home Brewing System Review
If you watched one of our recent live brew days, I use the Claw hammer supply system in that brew day. And it really wasn't all that successful. To be honest with you had issues with the controller maintaining temperature, had issues with the … [Read more...] about Clawhammer Supply Electric Home Brewing System Review
How to Brew an Ultimate Haze IPA | David Heath
Transcript: Hello, welcome to the video. And now for something completely different, this video is all about using very basic in equipment and putting together a beer that is very different at the same time. So after deciding this and making the … [Read more...] about How to Brew an Ultimate Haze IPA | David Heath
How to Brew English Barleywine | Homebrew Challenge
English Barleywine is a beer style that showcases a malty backbone with intense and very complex flavors. Interestingly enough, in the UK the style is written as “barley wine,” while in the US, the style is written as “barleywine.” With an … [Read more...] about How to Brew English Barleywine | Homebrew Challenge
How To Brew Wee Heavy Beer | Homebrew Challenge
Wee Heavy is one of Scotland’s distinct beers and the style is known worldwide. Originally this style was brewed during the 18th- century in Scotland. However, this wasn’t the first time Scotland encountered beer. It is thought that fragments … [Read more...] about How To Brew Wee Heavy Beer | Homebrew Challenge
Mead Yeast: What is the Best Yeast for Mead?
All mead makers and homebrewers know that choosing the right yeast for your homebrew is the best way to get the tastiest finished product possible. Why is Yeast Important? Choosing the right mead yeast is critical and will make a lot of … [Read more...] about Mead Yeast: What is the Best Yeast for Mead?
Diacetyl Rest: An Essential Step to Making the Best Beer
Diacetyl Rest is an essential step in making the best lagers, ales, or beers. Below, we will tell you what it is about. There is also a section that will tell you how to perform it correctly and check your ale. What is Diacetyl? This … [Read more...] about Diacetyl Rest: An Essential Step to Making the Best Beer
Force Carbonation for the Perfect Beer: A How To Guide
Many can get the perfect fizz in their home brew by force carbonating your beer at home. Even as a beginner, this can be done with ease and minimal risk. This is a simple way to force carbonate your beer with CO2 pressure. What Is Force … [Read more...] about Force Carbonation for the Perfect Beer: A How To Guide