The richness of Melanoidin malt
In the intricate world of brewing, one particular malt stands out for its ability to impart depth, complexity, and a distinctive character: Melanoidin malt. Originating from traditional brewing practices, Melanoidin …
Green Swaen organic malts
In recent years, the brewing industry has witnessed a remarkable shift towards sustainability and natural ingredients. Among these trends, organic malt has emerged as an option of eco-conscious brewing, offering …
Recipe – NEIPA
New England IPA is an American style IPA with intense fruit flavors and aromas, a soft body, smooth mouthfeel, and often opaque with substantial haze. Less perceived bitterness than traditional …
Naked oats
Malted naked oats are becoming an increasingly popular adjunct grain for craft brewers looking to add a new dimensions of flavour and mouthfeel to their beers. Unlike traditional oats which …
Ask Jos – Facing the challenge of global warming
As we embark on the journey into the brewing landscape of 2024, we find ourselves facing a unique challenge – one that stems from the unpredictable shifts in weather patterns …
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How to mill your malt
As a brewer you probably already know that grains must be crushed to have access to the starch and produce fermentable sugars during the mash. Crushing malt for your homebrew …
Rye malt
Rye, scientifically known as secale cereale, is a type of grain that has been used for centuries in baking, cooking, and even brewing. In this blog post, we’ll take a closer …
Saint Patrick’s Day
What was once a local custom, has grown to become a global phenomenon. We are talking about Saint Patrick’s Day, one of the biggest beer related festivities in the world. …
The history of Wheat Beer
Most beer lovers know what wheat brings to your beer: a somewhat creamy – sometimes even wee – taste with a subtle sour edge. Although barley is now the dominant …
Gruit – Herbal beer of the Middle-ages
In the middle-ages – before the effects of hop in brewing were known – people used a special herb mixture for bittering and flavouring beer. This mixture – and the …