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Video: The Importance of Temperature Control

Temperature control is one of the most important ways to achieve consistent results in brewing. Joe Fisher, Brewmaster at Man Skirt Brewing, shares his tips for how to do it.

Beer Operations that Support the Troops

To honor Veterans Day, we have compiled several breweries, beers, and causes that support those who have served.

Repro or Retro?

At the core of almost every hops-forward lager, Pilsner, or otherwise brewed in America is one of two families of industrial yeast strains.

Plan Bee Farm Brewery’s Dandeliaison Recipe

Plan Bee Farm Brewery’s Evan Watson has provided this recipe for their farmhouse ale with dandelions and honey. He says, “If you’re crazy like me, [you can] cultivate a yeast via generations of starters and raw honey. Happy Brewin’.”

Noble Hops Cheat Sheet

Noble hops may share names but each one is from a different region.

Editor’s Note, Craft Beer & Brewing Magazine® December 2016/January 2017

This issue, we celebrate two things: the forward-thinking brewers of New England–style IPAs and what’s great in the world of brewing with our first annual “Best Of” issue.

Make Your Best Scottish Light Ale (60/-)

Far from being thin in flavor, Scottish 60 Shilling beers overperform relative to their gravity and grist, thanks to kettle caramelization and a judicious use of crystal malts.

Cast Your Vote: What’s Your Favorite Presidential Election–Inspired Beer?

As the election nears, we’ve decided to take a break from the candidates and focus on the beers that they have inspired.

Drunken Steak Tacos Recipe

The fruity yeast esters and crisp citrus flavors from the lager are a sure hit with this dish—and almost any south-of-the-border fare!

DIY: Kettle Etching

Etching measurement units inside your brew kettle will ensure precise liquid levels when you brew. It’s an easy DIY project that won’t take too long, but your batches will be more dialed-in and just how you like them.