02-12-26 - Cask Beer Care with CAMRA

02-12-26 - Cask Beer Care with CAMRA

Author: James Spencer February 11, 2026 Duration: 51:30
John O'Donnell and Tim Webb from the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) answer homebrewer Omar Al-Nidawi's cask serving questions.

Hosted by James Spencer, Basic Brewing Radio is a weekly conversation for anyone curious about what goes into their glass. This isn't about distant experts or unattainable perfection; it's a practical guide for your kitchen or garage. Each episode digs into the craft of making beer and other beverages at home, transforming what might seem like a complex chemical process into a straightforward and deeply rewarding hobby. You'll hear honest discussions about techniques, ingredients, and the occasional happy accident that leads to a fantastic batch. The focus is always on removing intimidation, offering clear explanations, and building confidence so you can enjoy the creative process. Tuning into this podcast feels like getting advice from a knowledgeable friend who remembers what it was like to be a beginner. Whether you're considering your first brew or looking to refine your recipes, the conversations here provide a steady stream of ideas and encouragement. It's about the joy of crafting something with your own hands and sharing the results. Find Basic Brewing Radio wherever you get your podcasts, and join a community that celebrates the everyday art of homemade beer.
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07-28-22 - Judging Ciders [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:07
Matt Jannett of Fenn Valley Vineyards talks about his life as a winemaker and a recent experience judging a cider competition.
07-21-22 - Pittsburgh Club Night [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:10:34
We hit the floor (not literally) at Homebrew Con Club Night in Pittsburgh to try delicious traditional and not-so-traditional beers and meads.
07-14-22 - Homebrew Sake and Hybridizing Yeast [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:30
We join Dr. Matt Winans of Imperial Organic Yeast R and D at Homebrew Con in Pittsburgh to talk making sake at home and Imperial's work to combine different yeast strains into a new one.
06-30-22 - Homebrew Con Day One [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:14
We head to Pittsburgh for Homebrew Con and collect a series of fun and informative interviews from day one of the conference.
06-16-22 - Dive Bär [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:33
North American transplants David Shotlander and Jonathan Klassen talk about brewing in Gland, Switzerland and taking their brewery to the next level.
06-09-22 - Vaulted Oak Brewing [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:39
We head to Charlotte, North Carolina, to celebrate the first anniversary of Vaulted Oak Brewing with brewer David Carey and co-founder Kiel Arrington.
06-02-22 - Dark Tincture Sampler [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:26
James and Steve go dark as they test tinctures of toasted coconut, mint, and wild blueberries in a darker beer.
05-19-22 - Italian Grape Ale [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:50
Our Italy correspondent, Tony Manzi of the UBeeRadio podcast, introduces us to the world of Italian Grape Ale – a sometimes tart and funky intersection of wine and beer.
05-12-22 - Recipe Development - Yeast [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:18
Chris Colby, author of The Homebrew Recipe Bible, Methods of Modern Homebrewing, and How to Make Hard Seltzer, gives us an overview of using yeast in recipe development.