Dry Yeast vs. Liquid Yeast: Which Is Better for Brewing?
When I first started homebrewing I was under the impression that dry yeast was inferior to liquid yeast. Why? I have no idea. I think …
Category: Fermentation
After pitching your yeast. Everything related to fermenting your beer. Techniques, yeast starters, temp control and more,
How To Ferment In A Corny Keg
Fermenting in a corny keg has been a game-changer in terms of my homebrew in both beer quality and my overall process. If you already …
How Long Does Beer Take to Ferment?
I see fermentation duration questions a lot in forums and homebrewing Facebook groups. It’s not necessarily a one-size-fits-all answer, but there are simple guidelines to …
Two Common off-Flavors That Haunted My Homebrew as a Beginner
It wasn’t until I finally got my fermentation practices under control that I was able to diagnose and eliminate two very undesirable off-flavors that crept …
7 Different Style Fermenters For Homebrewing
There’s are a wide array of fermenting vessels available to homebrewers today. From plastic buckets to commercial-grade unitanks at the homebrew scale. One of my …
Wort Aeration Techniques and Why It’s Important
Yeast needs oxygen to do its job well. More oxygen in your wort will lead to a better overall fermentation. Adequate oxygen levels ensure yeast …
Why I Ditched Secondary Fermentation
When I first started homebrewing, recipe kits always encouraged 1-2 weeks in the primary fermenter followed by 1-2 weeks in the secondary fermenter. Getting your …
How to Use a Hydrometer
A hydrometer is one of a brewer’s most important tools—as least if you want to calculate the alcohol content of your homebrew. A hydrometer is …
7.5 Anvil Bucket Fermenter & Cooling System Review
Fermentation has become a major focus of improvement in my brewing efforts. After all, why waste a batch of beer you spend hours brewing only …
How to Make a Yeast Starter
A yeast starter is an easy way to ensure your homebrew has a viable amount of yeast for efficient fermentation. Underpitching adds stress to your …