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Learning Lab: The Foundations of Malt

Base malts are the foundation of beer. It’s worthwhile to have a sense of the trade-offs your extract supplier made. As a bonus, this mini-batch experiment is a good introduction to mashing.

How Maltsters Work With Brewers (Video Tip)

Dennis Nesel from Hudson Valley Malt shares information on how malting facilities work with breweries to ensure the best possible ingredient and final beer.

Breakout Brewer: 450 North Brewing Co.

After 450 North Brewing Company changed their focus to embrace New England–style IPAs and revamped their look, traders across the country have sought them out, and their can releases have become day-long events.

BY: John Holl

450 North Brewing Co. Fruity Nuggets IPA Recipe

From 450 North Brewing Company, this juicy hazy IPA has a touch of candy-like sweetness.

Celebrating the Big Brew

Today is National Hombrew Day. How will you celebrate?

BY: John Holl

Podcast Episode 81: Exhibit ‘A’ Brewing’s Matthew Steinberg: Creating Character Within Classic Styles

When he finally opened his own brewery, Matthew Steinberg knew exactly what he wanted Exhibit 'A' Brewing Co. to be. This week he talks about lessons learned along the way and the relationship that exists with the brewery down the street – Jack’s Abby.

BY: John Holl

Homebrewing with Invert Sugar (Video Tip)

While it might be hard to find, Mike Karnowski of Zebulon Artisan Ales has some tips on brewing with invert sugar.

Make a Schwarz, not a Porter

The key to making and drinking dark lagers is to remember that despite their color they should stay true to the lager hallmarks.

BY: John Holl

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Historical Brewing in the Modern Era (Full Video)

Zebulon Founder and lifelong brewer Mike Karnowski takes you through the history of 1700-1800's English brewing, followed by a demonstration of how to make your own brown malt, invert sugar, and brew a porter (circa 1880) using your new ingredients.

Appreciating and Brewing Outstanding Dark Lagers

Before he and his two brothers founded Jack’s Abby Craft Lagers, Jack Hendler, the co-founder of Jack’s Abby Craft Lagers talks about his fondness for the darker side of the lager style, including schwarzbier and Baltic porter.