I was reflecting today and remembered why I started brewing my own beer. My story is really silly but it's the truth and pretty funny.
About 3-4 years ago was the first time I had ever tried a pumpkin ale. At the time, I thought it was the best beverage I ever had. For a few years, every autumn, I would obsess and buy up every style and variation of pumpkin ale I could find before they retired season. I must have toured every liquor-mart on the map during these months. I was captivated by this drink and tortured during the months it was unavailable. I grew tired of this routine every season and that's when my desperation turned inspiration. "If I brew my own beer I could have seasonal beers all year long!"
At the time, I didn't know if homebrewing was even practical and... I certainly didn't know how popular it already was! With the magic of internet, I began to research and ground my interest in the hobby. It wasn't long before I discovered "How to Brew" by John Palmer and watched many youtube tutorials. Eventually, I brewed my first batch, an overall success.
As of now, it pains me to say, but I am very over that style of beer. However, the obsession of brewing MANY styles has compensated any absent interest and the passion continues to grow.
Anyways, I would really like to hear your introduction to the hobby. Thanks.
About 3-4 years ago was the first time I had ever tried a pumpkin ale. At the time, I thought it was the best beverage I ever had. For a few years, every autumn, I would obsess and buy up every style and variation of pumpkin ale I could find before they retired season. I must have toured every liquor-mart on the map during these months. I was captivated by this drink and tortured during the months it was unavailable. I grew tired of this routine every season and that's when my desperation turned inspiration. "If I brew my own beer I could have seasonal beers all year long!"
At the time, I didn't know if homebrewing was even practical and... I certainly didn't know how popular it already was! With the magic of internet, I began to research and ground my interest in the hobby. It wasn't long before I discovered "How to Brew" by John Palmer and watched many youtube tutorials. Eventually, I brewed my first batch, an overall success.
As of now, it pains me to say, but I am very over that style of beer. However, the obsession of brewing MANY styles has compensated any absent interest and the passion continues to grow.
Anyways, I would really like to hear your introduction to the hobby. Thanks.