03-29-07 Basic Brewing Radio - Sanitizing with Bleach and Star San

03-29-07 Basic Brewing Radio - Sanitizing with Bleach and Star San

Author: James Spencer March 30, 2007 Duration: 48:06
Charlie Talley of Five Star Chemicals tells us best practices in using household bleach and Star San in sanitizing equipment.

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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07-09-20 Kveik Harvesting [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:50
Mika Laitinen, author of Viking Age Brew - The Craft of Brewing Sahti Farmhouse Ale, walks us through the steps of harvesting, storing and reusing Kveik and other farmhouse yeasts.
07-02-20 Space Yeast [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:17
Homebrewer Nick Tier sent some brewing yeast above the atmosphere and brewed a beer with it. James and Steve test the results.
06-18-20 Space Time Mead and Cider Works [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:52
Dan Schreffler of Space Time Mead and Cider shares four delicious beverages – three based on honey and one made from maple syrup.
06-11-20 Bentonville Brewing Comes Home [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:11
After a temporary move to neighboring Rogers, Arkansas, Bentonville Brewing now has a physical-distancing-friendly new location in their home town.
06-04-20 Tim Leber Experiments, Part Two [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:59
James and Tim taste the second round of meads. These are made with fruit – naranjilla, maranon, and a tropical fruit blend.
05-28-20 Tim Leber Experiments, Part One [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:03
Mead maker Tim Leber joins James to share the first of a two-part series. James and Tim taste kveik mead (hopped and unhopped), ice cider, and a beet mead.
05-21-20 Malt Sampler - Vienna, 10L Munich, 20L Munich [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:45
James and Steve taste the second round of the malt sampler, comparing three small batches brewed with different base malts. Also, Steve talks about his recent illness, and Gary Glass previews Homebrew Con Online.
05-14-20 Cleaning Principles [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:24
Jonathan Ettlie from National Chemicals talks about the TACT WINS strategy of cleaning and whether homebrew sanitizers are effective against coronavirus.
05-07-20 Norfork Brewing and Paw Paw Yeast [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:58
Kristy Huff and Ben Folta from Norfork Brewing in Norfork, Arkansas, talk about big capacity, small town brewing and fermenting with a local native yeast.