11-13-25 - German Lager Quest

11-13-25 - German Lager Quest

Author: James Spencer November 12, 2025 Duration: 55:37
Homebrewer Detlef Koertge is inspired to brew German lager style beers after a visit with a professional lager brewer in his home country.

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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03-16-23 - Recipe Development, Helles Bock [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:00
Chris Colby, editor of beerandgardeningjournal.com and author of the Homebrew Recipe Bible, joins James to come up with a recipe for a big golden lager.
03-09-23 - Currant Mead Experiment [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:17
James and Steve taste a mead experiment with Tim Leber comparing white, red, and black currants. Also, they sample a delicious lychee blossom honey mead.
03-02-23 - Frost Fest 2023, Part 3 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:51
James and Steve finish their rounds at Frost Fest to talk to brewers about brewing hoppy beers, sour beers, and thriving as small-scale brewers.
02-23-23 - Frost Fest 2023, Part 2 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:15
James and Steve continue to brave the slightly chilly weather to sample delicious beers and talk to talented brewers at Frost Fest in Fayetteville, Arkansas.
02-16-23 - Frost Fest 2023, Part 1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:30
James and Steve brave chilly weather and a bit of wind to sample delicious beers at the sold-out Frost Fest in Fayetteville, Arkansas.
02-09-23 - Boston Mountain Brewing and Supply [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:05:06
James and Steve sample tasty beers with Matt Thompson and Daniel Stubblefield at their recently combined brewery and homebrew shop.
01-26-23 - Recipe Development, Amber Lagers [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:32
Chris Colby, author of the Homebrew Recipe Bible and editor of beerandgardeningjournal.com, walks us through formulating two delicious amber beers.
01-19-23 - Brewing with Birch [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:13
Mika Laitinen, author of Viking Age Brew and brewingnordic.com, tells us how to use every part of the birch tree to make delicious beers.
01-12-23 - Social Project Brewing [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:29
James and Steve sample beers with head brewer Jamie Conway, now of Social Project Brewing, and brewery founder Chris Spence.