March 28, 2025 - Spiced Kveik Pale Ale

Author: James Spencer March 28, 2025 Duration: 8:16
Steve brews up a tasty, traditionally-hopped pale ale with a little something extra.

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: 10:18
James and Steve sample a very low gravity small batch beer brewed from ingredients with Texas inspiration.
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Duration: 10:21
James and Steve taste a deliciously dark English-inspired session beer from Matt Giovanisci of Brew Cabin.
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Duration: 13:27
James and Steve taste an accidental experiment comparing a dark bock brewed with a wrong ingredient to a lighter one with the correct grain bill.
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Duration: 13:30
James brews a delicious amber lager from a recipe he and Chris Colby of beerandgardeningjournal.com developed on Basic Brewing Radio.
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Duration: 8:04
James and Steve taste a deliciously hoppy golden lager designed by James and Matt Giovanisci of Brew Cabin.
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Duration: 11:18
James and Steve sample a big and delicious Belgian Tripel made with honey from Matt Giovanisci of Brew Cabin.
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Duration: 17:00
James and Steve face off to see who can brew the tastiest spiced winter ale to take the chill off as the temps are falling.
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Duration: 13:51
James and Steve share apple-based beverages and try a way of backsweetening them at the time of serving.