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I have been making wine for years. I make a pretty good Cab. Sauv. But, we all know, it can always be better. One thing that making beer has taught me is how important yeast is to the outcome. For years I've trusted my supplier to give me yeast (or infuse my must with yeast) for me. This year I...

I don't know why, but his batch finished a bit sweet. I want more bite. I have lots of Hallertau and Northern brewer. Was thinking of boiling 2-3 ounces in three cups of water for an hour and adding it just before kegging. Will this help balance things out? Or am I stuck with a beer only my wife...

I'm making a batch tonight and was wondering, if I boil a couple tablespoons full of bread yeast in the last 15 mins, will that act as nutrient for the stuff I pitch? Someone said they do it with wine yeast from time to time, just thought I'd ask.

So, I got home from work yesterday and found a nice present that the mailman had left me sitting on the front stoop. It was my grain/yeast order for a Marzen I plan to make this week. Problem is, it was -10 c all day yesterday and the package was sitting outside. The yeast (wlp820) isn't frozen...

Hi. I am new here, please be gentle. I have been brewing for a while, but extract is new to me. With two kids, I don't have time to do full mashes anymore and I want stuff that kits don't offer... so. ... here I am. I bought this kit (I did a bitly because I don't want to be advertising any...