The Beer Connoisseur started life as a great hard copy magazine exploring the world of beer. These days the magazine is still as good as ever, except now it has also expanded into a world-class online resource for beer and everything beer related! In this article we’ll look at this amazing publication and all the […]
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Books for Brewers Of All Levels
The best beer brewing books range from those novice brewers to advanced brew masters and cover topics ranging from brewing basics, beer recipes, and home brewery setup. If you are an avid beer brewer or simply looking to get started and want to learn more about the art and science of brewing beer, these five […]
Top 6 Craft Beer Industry Trends To Watch Out For In 2023
Craft beer industry trends are ever-changing due to the diversity and creativity of brewers. This year, craft beer industry trends will continue to evolve as advancing technologies and approaches come into play. These craft beer makers will surely be on top of things with the latest trends, products, and offerings. Take advantage of all the […]
How to Keep Beer Cold While Camping
Keeping your beer cold while camping can be tough, but with a few simple tricks and tips, you can keep your beer fresh – whether it’s a bottle of coors light or a tall boy. Whether you enjoy exclusive craft beer or cheap beer, this article will help you keep those bottles and cans cold […]
Why You Should Invest in Good Quality Portable Beer Coolers
Portable beer coolers are a great way to keep your beer cold, fresh, and ready for consumption. Investing in good quality portable beer coolers ensures that your beer will stay colder longer and will be protected from outside elements. Investing in a good-quality portable beer cooler is an investment worth making! Whether you’re looking for […]
Troubleshooting Common Problems with Home Beer Fermentation Kits
Home fermentation kits offer craft beer lovers a great way to make beer quickly and easily. You can make delicious beer that rivals anything from a commercial brewery with just a few simple ingredients and some essential equipment. However, as with any brewing process, some common problems can occur when using home fermentation kits. A […]
The Difference Between a Refractometer and Hydrometer
When trying to determine a liquid’s sugar content, you have two main options: a hydrometer or a refractometer to measure specific gravity. Hydrometers and refractometers measure different things. Many have explained a big difference in the measurement of specific gravity between the two tools. This blog post will discuss the big difference between a refractometer vs hydrometer and […]
14 Items of Craft Brewery Equipment You Must Have
If you’re looking to start a craft brewery, you’ll need some essential pieces of commercial brewing equipment. In this blog post, we’ll list 14 of the most important items you’ll need to get started. From brewing kettles and fermenters to kegs and bottle fillers, we’ve got you covered! So if you’re ready to start your […]
Beer Brewing Calculator Review: Brewer’s Friend
Brewer’s Friend is a website that features a wide range of beer brewing tools and calculators for a wide range of purposes, most of which are completely free. The range of resources is fairly decent, with charts, brew sheets, guides, infographics, and various calculators for all levels of the brewing process. While these individual features […]
Home Brewing Software Reviews: BeerSmith
BeerSmith Software is a very widely used tool for both home brewers and professionals. While reading through various homebrewing software reviews, BeerSmith is consistently highly rated, with very little criticism. Now that BeerSmith software is finally available for Mac, I’m able to download it for myself! Click here to get BeerSmith. BeerSmith is more than […]