March 13, 2026 - Braggot de Garde

Author: James Spencer March 13, 2026 Duration: 18:37
Steve combines a burnt honey mead with a Belgian-inspired beer to create a big, delicious braggot.

Ever wondered what happens when a passion for homebrewed beer meets a kitchen experiment? That's the space where Basic Brewing Video lives. Hosted by James Spencer, this isn't just a technical manual; it's a hands-on journey into the craft of creating your own beer and mead, with each episode focused on refining your process and elevating the final product. You'll find straightforward discussions on methods and ingredients, aimed at both newcomers and seasoned brewers looking for practical advice. But it goes beyond the fermenter. A key part of the experience is exploring how to pair your creations with homemade meals, blending the hobbies of brewing and cooking into a single, satisfying pursuit. Tune into this podcast for a genuine look at the entire cycle, from selecting grains and hops to plating a dish that complements your latest batch. The tone is conversational and deeply rooted in the Arts, Food, and Hobbies categories, making complex topics accessible and emphasizing the enjoyable, creative side of brewing. It’s about the tangible results you can share with friends right from your own home.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 387

Podcast Episodes
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Duration: 9:51
James brews a very simple and satisfying lager beer to grow up the yeast he needs for a special high gravity end-of-the-year dark beer.
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Duration: 11:25
It's take two of a hoppy honey-infused beer as James and Steve taste a slightly modified recipe from a previous brew.
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Duration: 11:46
Steve takes the Mash Your Luck challenge and uses burnt honey to bring dark color and flavor to this big, delicious beer.
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Duration: 10:03
James and Steve taste the beer James brewed from characteristics randomly chosen from the Mash Your Luck Challenge. It's different, but tasty.
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Duration: 11:22
Steve avoids a brewing disaster by modifying a recipe through a challenging fermentation and produces a delicious honey-based beer.
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Duration: 8:16
James uses the heat of his summer porch and local honey along with a bunch of Centennial hops to brew up a deliciously drinkable Kveik beer.
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Duration: 10:00
James and Steve sample a deliciously hoppy big beer fermented warm with Kveik on the porch.