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...more evidence that we home brewers are "doing the right thing"...:mug: Over the years, beer has brought countless people together. But researchers now say beer isn't just responsible for sparking new friendships and relationships -- it might also be responsible for the rise of human...

Just wondering: Many great beer recipes require various malt/barley combinations. Why would "Single" malt Scotch be necessarily better than a Blend ?

Please comment on following: I am considering combining Wyeast California Lager 2112 with an Ale yeast like Nottingham and ferment at the low/mid 60's F. (Assume it is for a medium gravity "hybrid amber" all-grain recipe). Possible Advantages: 1) Unlike ale yeast, addition of Lager...

Is "amylase powder" sold by brew supply companies: Alpha or Beta Amylase ? http://www.austinhomebrew.com/product_info.php?products_id=447

I'd like to try California Lager Yeast (Wyeast 2112 or WLP810) at my room temp which is low 70's. Has anybody ever heard about off-flavors or other problems if used above the recommended temp range? Room temp at my house is 70-72 degrees and I am not yet set up to use lager temps. Is there...

Planning my first partial mash and need advice whether there is enough diastatic power in below recipe from the malts to convert the Flaked Barley/Corn (1.0 lbs each) ? Any other comments welcome for this newbie. 5.0 gallon batch: 1.0 lbs Flaked Barley 1.0 lbs Flaked Corn 1.5 lbs...

Does anybody have experience with extract recipes for versions of commercially brewed beers, such as sold at Austin Homebrew or elsewhere ? There is a large list of available recipe packages, but I have never tried any of them ? Austin Homebrew Supply