11-30-06 Basic Brewing Radio – Ambitious Brew Part One
We learn about the history of beer in the USA from Maureen Ogle, author of Ambitious Brew – The Story of American Beer. Part one takes us from the Pilgrims to Prohibition.
We learn about the history of beer in the USA from Maureen Ogle, author of Ambitious Brew – The Story of American Beer. Part one takes us from the Pilgrims to Prohibition.
Chris Colby, editor of Brew Your Own Magazine, walks us through the age-old process of decoction mashing.
John Palmer, author of How to Brew, joins us to answer frequently asked questions on home brewing. John also tells us the causes of common off flavors.
Andy, Brian and James spend some time chatting with Adam Avery of Avery Brewing. Adam talks about making the move from home brewer to brewery owner, dry hopping and making big beers at home.
Andy Sparks and James Spencer join Brian Warren and John Holder in Denver to taste the last round of samples in the Hot Side Aeration experiment. We also get feedback about the experiment from John Palmer.