October 2009

Seasonal Beer Brewing

by Brad Smith on October 18, 2009 · 10 comments

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Brew the right seasonal beers by starting early. This week we look at when to brew your seasonal beer favorites so they arrive on time for your favorite holiday.

Better Beer with The Burton Union Blow-off Method

by Brad Smith on October 10, 2009 · 10 comments

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Today we’ll take a look at a homebrewing technique called the “blow-off method” or Burton Union System for improving your beer. The blow-off method removes proteins, tannins, grain husks, hops and other undesirable materials that tend to form at the top of the fermenter during the early stages of active fermentation.