Jodie Chiffey

Jodie knows quite a bit about beer and brewing it. From different types of hops and how they will affect your brew to her own opinion on various craft brews on the market. Jodie isn't afraid to bring you her opinion on a new brew here at Beertannica, along with helping you decide if an ingredient or beer is the one for you. Her comprehensive guides will answer all your questions and more!

Rye Malt Guide

Rye Malt Guide – How to Use This Malt for Distinctive Homebrews

Nothing quite compares to using Rye malt in your homebrew recipe. This malt variety has a distinctive flavor and taste that you can’t replicate with another malt, and it works well in many different types of beer. However, there are potential pitfalls when homebrewing with Rye and many people find it highly challenging to work […]

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Willamette Hops Guide

Willamette Hops Guide – Why I’m a Fan of This Classic American Hop

Willamette hops are among my favorite hop varieties to craft some beautiful homebrews. I’ve always seen Willamette as a classic American hop. This variety has been around since the 1970s and is used by many famous breweries for diverse beers, including American pale ales, porters, lagers, and English bitters and ales. So, let’s get into

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Best Homebrew Burners

Best Homebrew Burners Guide – My Picks to Improve the Quality of Your Homebrews

Boiling the wort is an important part of the brewing process as it eliminates harmful bacteria and ensures you don’t spoil your beer. As I homebrew regularly, I like having my own dedicated space for brewing beer, and this is why I think investing in a homebrew burner is essential. A homebrew burner will allow

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Riwaka Hops Guide

Riwaka Hops Guide – Why I have developed an Appreciation for This Hop

New Zealand has become a focal point for me recently in my quest to try different hop varieties. After being introduced to Motueka Hops and using Nelson Sauvin occasionally, I turned my attention to Riwaka hops. This citrus-heavy aroma hop is capable of creating beautiful IPAs and pale ales, and in my opinion, it’ll also

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liberty hops guide

Liberty Hops Guide – Should You Use this American Hop Instead of Hallertauer Mittelfrüher?

I think that noble hops such as Hallertauer Mittelfrüher are some of the best varieties to use for beer, and this is why I like brewing with Liberty hops to offer a slightly American edge to my homebrews. Liberty shares many characteristics with Hallertauer Mittelfrüher, but I think there are enough differences that allow this

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