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Andy P. is a renowned cider brewer and microbiologist, combining his passions for biology and alcohol. With expertise in cider microbes and fermentation, he shares his knowledge through insightful articles on cider brewing, yeast selection and curious brewing techniques.
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Bill Johnson is a seasoned wine taster and passionate home brewer. With his wide expertise in both tasting and brewing of wine, he shares his knowledge through engaging articles on wine, sparkling, and still varieties. Unleashing the artistry of flavors, Bill’s writing captures the essence of fine libations.
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Mark Thomsen, a fresh-faced but highly talented brewing enthusiast, pours his expertise into every word he crafts on ExpertBrewing.com. With a fervent love for sour beers, his articles on brewing and beer exploration bring a tangy twist to the world of hops and malts.
Brewing is an art form that requires precision and attention to detail. One crucial aspect of the brewing process is measuring the specific gravity of the wort, which is the density of the liquid compared to water. This can be measured using a floating device, but that requires a fair amount of liquid and is…
Whether you’re interested in learning about traditional manual presses or state-of-the-art super efficient hydraulic models, this guide has got you covered. We’ll explore some of the features of different types of presses and discuss what makes them suitable for certain uses. So read on to learn more about how to make sure you find the…
As an experienced brewer, I have had the opportunity to explore and understand a wide range of meads. Two such that have always intrigued me are Melomel and Metheglin. These are not your typical beers or wines; they are unique, rich, and full of history. But what sets them apart from each other? What is…
If you’ve ever opened a can of Guinness Draught, you may have noticed a small plastic ball, or ‘widget’, bouncing around inside. It may seem perplexing to find a plastic ball in Guinness beer cans, but there is a method to this madness. The introduction of this unusual addition serves a specific purpose that goes…
As a seasoned brewer who has made countless batches of mead, I cannot stress enough the importance of pH in the process of mead making. pH is the measure of acidity or alkalinity of a solution, and in mead making, it plays a crucial role in determining the health of the yeast, the taste of…
Will cider explode in the freezer? Yes, it certainly can. Like any canned or bottled drink, when cider is exposed to freezing temperatures it expands, and this could potentially cause the container to burst. This is especially true for cider, which traditionally has an alcohol content around that of most beers. Some have slightly higher…
When it comes to the art of brewing, there’s no denying that oxygen plays a crucial role – but only at the right time. In the early stages of brewing, oxygen provides the yeast with the energy it needs to reproduce and kick start the fermentation process. However, oxygen can be a brewer’s worst enemy…
If you’re anything like me, you appreciate the art of cooking as much as you value the craft of brewing. One of the best ways to combine these two passions is by using alcohol in cooking. Not only can alcohol enhance the flavors of your dish, but it can also offer new layers of complexity…
