11-23-06 Basic Brewing Radio - Decoction Mashing

11-23-06 Basic Brewing Radio - Decoction Mashing

Author: James Spencer November 23, 2006 Duration: 40:50
Chris Colby, editor of Brew Your Own Magazine, walks us through the age-old process of decoction mashing.

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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11-10-11 Brewing As a Monk [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:43
Sadhaka Rajanatha of Kauai's Hindu Monastery shares some 17-year-old mead and his experiences as brewer for his fellow monks.
11-03-11 No Sparge Brewing [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:49
Chris Colby, editor of Brew Your Own magazine, fills us in on the technique of mashing with all your brewing water and not rinsing.
10-27-11 Melon Blood [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:11
A behind-the-scenes look at the Basic Brewing Video episode, where James and Steve brew a watermelon wheat beer using only watermelon juice as the brewing water.
10-20-11 Spontaneous Homebrew [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:32
Home brewer Ken Valley shares beer that he allowed Mother Nature to innoculate instead of pitching yeast.
10-13-11 Outlaw Homebrew [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:45
James heads to Hattiesburg, Mississippi to cover the second annual Outlaw Homebrew Competition at the Keg and Barrel brewpub.
10-06-11 Brewing French [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:43
James and Andy enjoy good conversation, weather, and beer with Phillip Lamb, who shares information on French Brewing.
09-29-11 Fermenter Experiment and Lager Yeast [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:01
Chris Colby, editor of Brew Your Own magazine, helps us launch the next collaborative experiment comparing the performance of different fermenters. Also, the roots of lager yeasts.
09-22-11 Wheat Wednesdays [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:32
Adam Draeger of the Yak and Yeti brewpub in Arvada, Colorado, joins us to talk about his journey going pro and his techniques of adding fruit to wheat beers in a weekly feature at his pub.
09-15-11 Canning Wort [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:46
James sits down with Andy Sparks and Dave Johnson to talk about canning wort for starters as the pressure cooker steams in the background.
09-08-11 Email and Chickenuts [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:22
James and Steve catch up on email and find a missing gem from Club NIght at NHC - Chickenuts.