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- Hops and Its Herbal Healing UsesHops are used in the flavoring of beer and foods but it has many uses in herbal healing.
100 Bottles of Beer – Nuts and Seeds and WeedsHome Brewing with non-standard ingredients
The Top of the Hops Beer Festival in Greenville, South CarolinaReview of the Top of the Hops Beer Festival in Greenville, South Carolina.- A Year in the Life of a FrogFictional tale of a frog that never forgot his human family.
Sisterhood of the Hops at the Avery Brewing Taproom in Boulder, ColoradoSisterhood of the Hops is a monthly gathering of women to learn about beer in a casual setting. It is at the Avery Brewing Co taproom in Boulder, Colorado.- 100 Bottles of Beer -- a Trio of IPAThe brewing of three different India Pale Ale home brews.
100 Bottles of Beer : Goin' for the BurnChili Beers! It sounds Mexican but is a uniquely American creation.
Homebrew Science: The Biology and Chemistry of HopsThe successful homebrewer will know his ingredients and that includes the biology and the chemistry of hops. Read on to find out about the science of homebrewing.
How to Grow Your Own Hops for Great BeerWhy not add a dimension to your home brewing experience by growing your own hops?
Brewers Beware! Hops Poisoning in DogsThe hops used in brewing beer are highly poisonous to dogs. If you think your dog may have eaten hops, or brewing waste containing hops, seek immediate veterinary care. If you brew, keep your hops and brewing waste where no dogs can get into it.
Homebrew Basics: Brewing an English AleBecause English ale is top-fermented at room temperatures, it is an easy beer to brew. Here are some common ingredients in each of the styles of English ale.
100 Bottles of Beer - a Mixed Bag of BeersThere was no coherent theme I could apply to this edition. But then, beer, and being incoherent, was a theme unto itself. So now, I bravely stagger forward into the fog and bring you, three or four random beers.- 4 Natural Sleep InducersAt some point in our lives we all have a hard time falling asleep and staying asleep. This doesn't mean you should run to the doctor's office and get placed on a ton of meds just because you can't sleep a few times.
- Arizona MicrobreweriesThe top 3 microbreweries in Arizona.
Top 3 Microbreweries and Their Top Brew in North CarolinaNorth Carolina is home to some really great microbreweries. Here is where to find them, and info about their top most popular brews!- 100 Bottles of Beer - What's the Worst that Could Happen?Brewing a Traditional Kolsch and having a disastrous brew day.
- The Homebrewer's Garden, by Joe and Dennis Fisher - Book ReviewThe Homebrewer's Garden describes ways to use ingredients from your garden to home-brew beer.
- 100 Bottles of Beer - I Know "Beans" About StoutThis time around we are going to visit the dark side - Stout! Specifically a very unique and original stout I came up with. It is based on the Double Black Hook recipe we discussed in part 9 of our journey, but with a twist.
- Fun and Easy Steps to Make Apricot BeerWhen you make apricot beer for your next gathering you will wow your guests and provide a different and new flavor. If you make apricot beer, you'll appreciate the light fruity flavor and the distinct unique aspect of this beverage.
- An Overview of the Beer Brewing ProcessA simple overview of the ingredients and processes involved in brewing beer.
100 Bottles of Beer - Santa Meets the TerminatorWith the upcoming Christmas Holiday, I am jumping ahead a bit on the time-line of this journey to discuss a hand-full of Christmas and Holiday Ales. Christmas Ales are generally a bit higher in alcohol content and are typically spiced for the season.- Does Drinking Beer Reduce the Risk of Cancer of the Prostate?It seems like an unlikely combination, but a component of beer may help to reduce prostate cancer risk. Get the full story.
- The Health Benefits of HOPSWhat is Hops? Read my article to find out that it is not a certain exercise, but an herb type that helps your health.
- Treat Insomnia with HerbsCan't sleep? One of these 3 herbs may be just the answer and have you dreaming sweetly once again.
100 Bottles of Beer - Another Scotch & Toad and a Winky DinkWe brew another Scotch Ale, a Toad's version of Guinness Stout, and a cartoon character Marzen. We also move closer to the next level, All-Grain Brewing.- Beer Review: Sierra Nevada Anniversary Ale 2009My review of Sierra Nevada brewery's 2009 Anniversary Ale, an American-style India Pale Ale.
- Beer - The New Natural Menopause TreatmentScientists are discovering new treatments for menopause, and many other health impairments out of the natural ingredients in hops. It is opening up new horizons to develop ways to alleviate symptoms and effects of many of these ailments.
- An English Beer GuideA review of five of the best English beers and the breweries in the United Kingdom that brew them.
The Basics of Commercial BrewingHave you ever wondered how that frothy cold pint of beer was made before it was set in front of you? Find out what commercial brewers do and use.- 100 Bottles of Beer - Billabong and Dingo RedHome brews covered in this edition are an Australian Red Lager, Black Ginger Ale, and three versions of a Rye-Weizen.
Growing Hops for Homemade BeerThis article provides insight to the beginning hop grower including info about suitable climates, types of hopes that grow well, watering needs, and so on. A great guide for a first time hop grower.
100 Bottles of Beer - Failure is Not an OptionContinuing on after our first failure. New brews include a wheat, a wit, an amber, and a pale ale. Including some additional information beer styles and a source of beer recipes lost that you may be able to help re-find.
100 Bottles of Beer - Unlucky Number 13The journey continues with trouble, a Tale of Two Porters, and unlucky number 13.
100 Bottles of Beer - Keep on Brewin'The journey continues with five more brews chronicled and some interesting and useful information on specific gravity and alcohol content.
100 Bottles of Beer - School DaysThe epic journey continues with attending a home brewing class and associated adventures. Including five more home brew recipes, some brewing history, tips, tricks, and warnings.- A Guide to English India Pale AlesOverview of the English IPA and a few recommendations.
- Beer Review: Guide to American Imperial PilsnersOverview of the American Imperial Pilsner beer style, plus some recommendations.
- American Barleywine RecommendationsThis article offers a description of the American Barleywine with recommendations.
- The Best Amber/Red AlesThis article offers a description of amber/red ales and my personal recommendations.
- Hopping on the Kent Sussex BorderGetting the hop harvest in and how this has changed over the years
