11-17-05 Basic Brewing Radio - Difficult Brews and Extract Tips

11-17-05 Basic Brewing Radio - Difficult Brews and Extract Tips

Author: James Spencer November 17, 2005 Duration: 57:16
Chris Colby from Brew Your Own magazine goes over his list of ten difficult beers to brew at home. Also, Bob Hansen from Briess Malt and Ingredients joins us with extract brewing tips.

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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04-30-20 Keptinis and Other Oven Beers [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:52
Lars Marius Garshol, author of Larsblog and Historical Brewing Techniques – The Lost Art of Farmhouse Brewing, talks about his work documenting traditional beers and trying duplicate them at home.
04-23-20 Isolation Cooking with Beer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:18
Phil Nigash, formerly of My Life as a Foodie - now of cyclingoc.com, talks with James about smart cooking with beer during social distancing.
04-09-20 Defending Brown Ales [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:50
Adam Ross, head brewer at Twin Span Brewing, brings a counterpoint defense of Brown Ales in response to Chris Colby's previous rant.
04-02-20 Brown Ale or Brown Fail [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:41
Homebrew author Chris Colby gives us tips on brewing the best example of his least favorite style of beer.
03-26-20 Lilly Belle Meads [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:51
Tricia and Joe Marshall of Lilly Belle Meads in Lancaster, New York, share five delicious honey-based beverages. Our friend, Paul Morstad, helps to sample.
03-12-20 Guile Brews [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:32
Homebrewing author Peter Symons talks about his latest historical exploration of beers, Guile Brews, which contains more than a hundred years of recipes from the UK and Ireland.
03-05-20 Homebrew Con and AHA Update [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:52
Gary Glass, director of the American Homebrewers Association, joins us to preview Homebrew Con in Nashville in June and other AHA-related topics.
02-27-20 Fort Smith Brewing Company [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:36
James travels to the old Fort Chaffee Army base that has a rock 'n roll history and talks to brewer Quintin Willard about his beers and Arkansas Craft Beer Week.