Mead is a word you don’t often hear bandied around these days when compared to beer or ale. Although this is changing somewhat in the United States, most often it is associated with medieval dramas or fantasy stories. But what actually is mead, and is there a difference when comparing mead vs ale? Mead vs… Continue reading Mead vs Ale – Is Mead The Same Thing As Ale?
What’s the easiest alcohol to make at home?
In the last few years homebrewing alcohol has become ever more popular. As such many people are keen to give it a go. However most want to start with a recipe that’s quick, cheap and basic. This begs the question, what’s the easiest alcohol to make at home? Now the snarky answer would be to… Continue reading What’s the easiest alcohol to make at home?
Bacteria and Brewing Beer
We’re going to deep dive into proper sanitation and the impacts of bacteria (good and bad) in the beer brewing process – whether small, large or home brew batch brewing – bacteria needs to be managed.
Why I Don’t Like Dry January
Dry January has become a bit of a worldwide tradition and phenomenon. I however believe in everything in moderation, and taking 1 month out per year to detox doesn’t feel like a sustainable or healthy thing to do. I’m up for frequent detox and drinking in moderation – and I am a REAL beer lover… Continue reading Why I Don’t Like Dry January