This week I cover the formal definition of an International Bitterness Unit (IBU) widely used in beer recipe design, but
Month: January 2025
With just five years under its belt, Mountain Culture secured a historic three-peat in the GABS Hottest 100 poll. 
It's that time of year again: Registration is open for the 2025 National Homebrew Competition (NHC)!
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Close to 55,000 consumers voted in the latest GABS Hottest 100 poll, and Mountain Culture’s Status Quo Pale Ale came out on top again. 
This National Homebrew Competition gold medal-winning imperial stout is aged in a rye bourbon barrel and conditioned for 2 years.
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While women are currently a minority in the homebrewing community, they are increasingly taking on leadership roles and becoming the most outspoken proponents of the hobby.
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This week I take a close look at hop sensory data which these days is often published on a “spider
The newly-established entity allows the breweries to scale while maintaining their independence, led by industry veteran and CEO Judd Michel. 
We are back in the studio with our dear friends from Firestone Walker Brewing, Matt Brynildson and David Walker. We sit down and get the early scoops on the 2025 Firestone Walker Invitational Beer Festival. Items for discussion include: FWIBF’s current standing in the beer festival genre. Why? The fine art of tweaking and leaving […]
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Dr Tim Cooper announces his retirement after 23 years, with Michael Shearer set to lead Coopers as Managing Director. 
The AHA filed for incorporation in the state of Colorado and seated a founding board of directors in steps to become an independent 501(c).
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AHA Executive Director Julia Herz and current AHA Committee Chair Shawna Cormier share an update on the future of the association.
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This week I take a look at how to read a yeast data sheet for brewing yeasts and how to
This snappy, New Zealand hop-forward pilsner won a gold medal in the 2024 National Homebrew Competition Final Round.
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This Kölsch earned a gold medal in the Pale European Beer category in the 2024 National Homebrew Competition Final Round.
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This National Homebrew Competition gold medal-winning hazy IPA is well-balanced, utilizing Citra, Mosaic, and Galaxy hops.
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With many breweries facing a slow January, the Brewers Association in the United States is encouraging people to support their local breweries. 
Tooheys and Dune Rats have partnered in latest campaign to endorse live music across a number of Sydney venues. 
Brewing captures living history in a beverage that evolves over time, reflecting the choices, processes, and people behind it. Like beer, the AHA celebrates 46 years of shaping homebrewing through tradition, innovation, and a passionate, ever-growing community.
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Many small-town breweries are woven into the fabric of their surroundings. They're gathering places for tourists and locals alike, representing Americana at its finest.
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This week I take a fresh look at mash hopping and why it might promote long term beer stability. What
Brunswick brewery Keeper Brewing is continuing its focus on crafting one style of beer, the Pilsner, as the category grows in demand. 
Aspiring brewers will showcase their creations at Frenchies Bistro & Brewery for a day of tastings, voting and more. 
This American light lager took gold in the 2024 National Homebrew Competition Final Round. Expect an easy-drinking lager beer, inspired by Miller Lite.
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This week I take on another beer recipe design case study of the classic Irish Stout style. The Irish Stout