Apparently my website was lost. Working diligently to recover as much of it as I can. My apologies.

Update. I was able to recover most of the text content from the beginning through February 2024. Unfortunately, it appears all images are gone, and all content from February through today (August 3) is lost, including the email subscriber list. I’m bummed and and am going to take some time to determine my next steps.

I’d appreciate it if you were to resubscribe to my newsletter, but completely understand if you don’t want to.

In the meantime, you can peruse the archives below.


2022 Homebrew Con Seminar Recordings

Access recordings of the 2022 Homebrew Con seminars from Pittsburgh! These recordings cover an array of topics on making beer, other fermentation projects, and the homebrewing community. Click on the seminars below (in alphabetical order) to see a description on the topic and speaker. Don’t forget to visit the Homebrew Con seminar searchable archive, where …


Beyond Bourbon: Wine- and Spirit-Inspired Beers

Barrel-aged beers are almost a subculture when it comes to the craft beer world. Commonly bold and intense, these beers command attention with their complexity, robust taste, and often high alcohol content. When envisioning a beer that’s been aged in a barrel or inspired by another non-beer beverage, initial thoughts usually turn to bourbon or …


Fall Kickoff: Georgia Tech Athletics now have their own beer

Thanks to Atlanta’s New Realm Brewing, Georgia Tech Athletics has its first official beer. The beer launches today ahead of Tech’s first football game against Clemson.  New Realm Helluvienna Lager debuts today, an amber lager suitable for mass consumption at tailgates, at home or bars during any and all of Georgia Tech’s sports programs. The …


Quinc-y Jones (American Amber with Membrillo)

Mash at 66°C (151°F) and adjust pH to 5.2–5.5. Rest for 60 minutes. If sparging, do so at 75–78°C (167–172°F). Collect enough wort in the kettle to yield enough wort to achieve 5 gallons (19 liters) in the fermenter. Boil the wort vigorously for 60 minutes, adding the hops, Whirlfloc, and yeast nutrient as per …


Every IPA Style Explained

Developed in Oregon, Cascade hops are a hop variety commonly used in brewing hazy … ABV of New England IPA typically falls between 6% and 7.5% alcohol by volume, or ABV (via Craft Beer). Read More


Grey Sail Brewing launches new IPA

Grey Sail Brewing of Rhode Island launched their new IPA on Sept. 1 during a release party. Rising Hope Hazy Peach IPA will be available Sept. 1 anytime from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. Throughout the month of … Read More


Say farewell to summer with Old Nation Brewing Company’s Pret Wit

That means it’s time to start saying goodbye to those fun, sunny summer beers and to clear out space in the fridge to … Read More


5 Fermented Food Recipes for Homebrewers

In celebration of our AHA membership offer in September–get FREE copy of Fermentation Kitchen when you join/renew–we’ve compiled some of our favorite fermentation projects. Get Your Book These 5 fermented food recipes from around the world are perfect for your explorations into home fermentation. Fermented Hot Sauce Making your own hot sauce might sound oddly …


Our Mutual Friend Announces Details on 9th Annual Gratitude Party

(DENVER, CO)— With gratitude and appreciation, Our Mutual Friend Brewing(OMF) announces their 9th Annual Gratitude Party on Saturday, October 1 at the brewery (2810 Larimer St, Denver, CO 80205) from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. The festivities will include live spinning tunes from multiple DJs, specialty releases, and super collectible Gratitude Party bundles available for purchase. …