Imagine someone wanting to get into the craft beer scene. Someone who has no prior knowledge on the topic and wants to learn. Imagine this someone hears about something called a sour beer and wants to know more about this unique-sounding drink. Whether you’re a craft veteran or just starting yourself, we’ve all been there. […]
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Milwaukee is possibly the most populous city in Wisconsin, located on the Western shores of Lake Michigan, U.S.A. With an estimated population of more than half a million, the city of Milwaukee is a hub of economic activity and is prospering post-pandemic. Milwaukee is known for being ethically and culturally diverse and having roots in
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There is nothing quite like drinking an ice-cold beer after a long day of work. When I was growing up, my father told me that if you could see through your beer, it wasn’t a “manly” beer, and therefore I shouldn’t drink it and I should judge anyone who did. He paid me (I won’t
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Adored for its prominent aromas and promising bitter properties, the Sterling Hop is a delightful hop variety created by Dr. Cal Skotland. Sterling is a versatile all-American dual-purpose hop with roots tracing back to Europe, particularly Germany and Czechoslovakia. Sterling is prized and sought-after for its complex essential oil composition, which is unique and unlike
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A Conical Fermenter is a great tool to have in your brewing arsenal. If you are reading this Best Conical Fermenters Guide, I am guessing you are tired of having to manually and meticulously siphon all the by-products from your brew. Not only does a Conical Fermenter make the brewing process less complicated and more professional,
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When I am homebrewing an American-style beer, Galena hops are one of the first hop varieties I turn to. I have crafted a lot of IPAs, pale ales, and lagers with this hop. I think Galena offers a smooth bitterness, and it’s an ideal hop due to its superior bittering qualities. In my Galena Hops
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I enjoy making homebrews with dual-purpose hops because I think they offer the best of both worlds, as you can use these hops either for bittering or to add flavor to beer. This is why Warrior hops have become a favorite type of hop of mine, and I have recently been using Warrior in several
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As far as versatile dual-purpose hop varieties go, Glacier is up there with the best. Glacier is a complex all-American hop variety created by the Washington State University, WA, USA. Glacier Hops are coveted for their delicate and well-balanced bittering qualities while delivering delightful aromas in all hop additions. Additionally, Glacier is ideal for dry-hopping
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Michigan is a state in the Upper Mid-Western region of the United States. Located in the Great Lakes Region, locals are truly blessed with beauty and outstanding natural resources. Michigan is a great place to live and a great place to visit. There is a new aura in the New World Michigan, with the economy
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The Zappa Hop is a unique neomexicanus variety, independently evolving in the pristine mountains of New Mexico. Recovered from the wild, this now native North American hop is exclusively cultivated by CLS Farms in the Yakima Valley, Washington, USA. Zappa Hops are desirable for their unique tastes and aromas. Just like Frank Zappa, who was
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