05-21-09 Mobile Phone Brewing - Basic Brewing Radio

05-21-09 Mobile Phone Brewing - Basic Brewing Radio

Author: James Spencer May 22, 2009 Duration: 51:52
Home brewer Alex Roberts joins James in the studio to compare brewing applications and Web sites that work on mobile devices.

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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Podcast Episodes
09-12-19 Hops Breeding and Genetics [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:51
Chris Colby, editor of Beer and Wine Journal, takes us through the process of creating new hop varieties and putting them through the paces.
09-05-19 Boston Mountain Brewing [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:56
Matt Thompson tells us how he and his business partner went from novice homebrewers to professional brewers and brewery owners in a very short time.
08-29-19 Brewing Sahti Farmhouse Ale [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:03
Mika Laitinen, author of Viking Age Brew - The Craft of Brewing Sahti Farmhouse Ale, gives us tips on brewing this ancient Finnish beer.
08-22-19 DC Homebrewers Crystal Malt Experiment [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:30
Omar Al-Nidawi shares his club's English Bitter experiment comparing Caramunich 1, Dingemans Cara 45, Carastan and Opal 44. Also, there's a 100 percent Red X beer.
08-15-19 Hazy Beer Stability [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:06
Scott Janish of Sapwood Cellars and author of The New IPA: A Scientific Guide to Hop Aroma and Flavor gives us tips on preserving hazy hoppy goodness.
08-08-19 Mike Tonsmeire Meetup [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:04
James and Steve sit down with the Mad Fermentationist to talk hoppy beers, sour beers and Sapwood Cellars.
08-01-19 Providence Social Club [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:59
James and Steve sample some tasty beers at the Social Club of Providence Homebrew Con and talk to the brewers who made them.
07-18-19 Insane in the Yeast Strain [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:45
Casey Helwig from Imperial Organic Yeast leads James and Steve through two split-wort experiments at Homebrew Con that compare six different yeasts.