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Unwanted Pellicle, Sprinkling vs Rehydrating Dry Yeast, & When to Rack Your Batch – Ep. 467
Mar 05, 2026
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Last week’s episode was sort of a bummer, eh? Well, I’m past that and looking forward to bigger and better things! That’s why I have my dear friend, Lorena Evans, on the show today to help me answer YOUR questions because – let’s be real – I couldn’t do it without other people’s knowledge.
Thank you so much for tuning into the Homebrew Happy Hour podcast!… THE home brew #podcast where we answer all of your home brewing questions and discuss anything related to craft beer!
Unwanted Pellicle, Sprinkling vs Rehydrating Dry Yeast, & When to Rack Your Batch
00:00:00 – 00:14:00 Small Talk & Patreon Information 00:14:53 – 00:24:52 Sprinkling vs Rehydrating Dry Yeast 00:25:46 – 00:39:24 IPA Freshness 00:40:05 – 00:53:17 When to Rack Your Batch
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————————– This episode is brought to you by Brewer’s Friend! Brewing beer at home isn’t just about the ingredients, it’s about precision. And that’s where BrewersFriend.com comes in. Whether you’re dialing in your very first recipe or perfecting your hundredth, Brewers Friend gives you the tools to brew with confidence. Their recipe builder, mash calculators, and water profile database helps take the guesswork out of the process so you can focus on what matters: making great beer! Plus, Brewers Friend isn’t just software, it’s a community of passionate homebrewers, sharing recipes, tips, and feedback. It’s like having a brew club in your pocket! Head over to BrewersFriend.com today and take your homebrewing to the next level. Use promo code HAPPYHOUR to save 25% OFF premium memberships! That’s BrewersFriend.com…because better brewing starts with better tools! Click here to use our link: https://bit.ly/3N7uQbm
Brewing Water Chemistry: Understanding Mash, Boil, and Fermentation pH with Wayne Doucette – Ep. 465
Feb 19, 2026
Show notes
Lots of you asked for it so I’m proud to welcome my buddy (and the AHA Homebrewer of the Year), Wayne Doucette, back on the show. This week, he’s talking all about pH in brewing and why it matters. From the mash, to the boil, and all the way thru fermentation! So buckle up because it’s time for the Homebrew Happy Hour podcast!… THE home brew #podcast where we answer all of your home brewing questions and discuss anything related to craft beer!
If you have a question that you’d like us to discuss on a future episode, please click on the “Submit a Question” link at the top of our website or you can now call in your questions via our questions hotline @ 325-305-6107 and leave your message after the beep.
This episode is brought to you by, Muntons Malts – a company that is passionate about providing premium malts to brewers worldwide. YOU can experience the difference Muntons offers by joining a recipe receiving tier of our Trub Club because every kit that ships out now includes premium Muntons Malt, join at https://www.patreon.com/HomebrewHappyHour
————————– This episode is brought to you by Brewer’s Friend! Brewing beer at home isn’t just about the ingredients, it’s about precision. And that’s where BrewersFriend.com comes in. Whether you’re dialing in your very first recipe or perfecting your hundredth, Brewers Friend gives you the tools to brew with confidence. Their recipe builder, mash calculators, and water profile database helps take the guesswork out of the process so you can focus on what matters: making great beer! Plus, Brewers Friend isn’t just software, it’s a community of passionate homebrewers, sharing recipes, tips, and feedback. It’s like having a brew club in your pocket! Head over to BrewersFriend.com today and take your homebrewing to the next level. Use promo code HAPPYHOUR to save 25% OFF premium memberships! That’s BrewersFriend.com…because better brewing starts with better tools! Click here to use our link: https://bit.ly/3N7uQbm
A Hill Country Original: Talking Real Ale w/ Brad Farbstein – Ep. 464
Feb 12, 2026
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Continuing with our Patreon.com/HomebrewHappyHour Trub Club goal for 2026, I am so excited that this month we’re brewing a clone of one of my favorite beers – Firemans 4 from Real Ale Brewing Company. Much like last month’s Shiner Bock, tons of Texans know Firemans 4 as being a gateway into the wonderful world of delicious craft beer. In fact, Real Ale doesn’t make a bad beer and I’m confident y’all are going to love the clone kit. Even more, I am confident y’all are going to love this interview I did with Real Ale’s president, Brad Farbstein. Brad has homebrewing roots and is a down to Earth dude. I had such a good time with him. This year is their 30th year anniversary and they’ll be throwing a very fun shindig in April. You can learn more about that on their website https://realalebrewing.com/ With all of that being said, I hope you’re ready because it’s officially time for the Homebrew Happy Hour podcast!… THE home brew #podcast where we answer all of your home brewing questions and discuss anything related to craft beer!
If you have a question that you’d like us to discuss on a future episode, please click on the “Submit a Question” link at the top of our website or you can now call in your questions via our questions hotline @ 325-305-6107 and leave your message after the beep.
This episode is brought to you by, Muntons Malts – a company that is passionate about providing premium malts to brewers worldwide. YOU can experience the difference Muntons offers by joining a recipe receiving tier of our Trub Club because every kit that ships out now includes premium Muntons Malt, join at https://www.patreon.com/HomebrewHappyHour
————————– This episode is brought to you by Brewer’s Friend! Brewing beer at home isn’t just about the ingredients, it’s about precision. And that’s where BrewersFriend.com comes in. Whether you’re dialing in your very first recipe or perfecting your hundredth, Brewers Friend gives you the tools to brew with confidence. Their recipe builder, mash calculators, and water profile database helps take the guesswork out of the process so you can focus on what matters: making great beer! Plus, Brewers Friend isn’t just software, it’s a community of passionate homebrewers, sharing recipes, tips, and feedback. It’s like having a brew club in your pocket! Head over to BrewersFriend.com today and take your homebrewing to the next level. Use promo code HAPPYHOUR to save 25% OFF premium memberships! That’s BrewersFriend.com…because better brewing starts with better tools! Click here to use our link: https://bit.ly/3N7uQbm
Parti-Gyle Brewing, IPA Freshness, & Backsweetening Kombucha – Episode 463
Feb 05, 2026
Show notes
What a wild 10+ days it’s been down here in Texas! The winter storm was fun (meh) and I also have other news to update y’all with on a future episode but, for the time being, I’m so happy you could join me this week. You’re in for a special treat because my dear friend, Lorena Evans, is helping me take YOUR questions and hanging out as I undoubtedly derail the show at some point. Either way – I hope you’re ready because it’s officially time for the Homebrew Happy Hour podcast!… THE home brew #podcast where we answer all of your home brewing questions and discuss anything related to craft beer!
If you have a question that you’d like us to discuss on a future episode, please click on the “Submit a Question” link at the top of our website or you can now call in your questions via our questions hotline @ 325-305-6107 and leave your message after the beep.
This episode is brought to you by, Muntons Malts – a company that is passionate about providing premium malts to brewers worldwide. YOU can experience the difference Muntons offers by joining a recipe receiving tier of our Trub Club because every kit that ships out now includes premium Muntons Malt, join at https://www.patreon.com/HomebrewHappyHour
————————– This episode is brought to you by Brewer’s Friend! Brewing beer at home isn’t just about the ingredients, it’s about precision. And that’s where BrewersFriend.com comes in. Whether you’re dialing in your very first recipe or perfecting your hundredth, Brewers Friend gives you the tools to brew with confidence. Their recipe builder, mash calculators, and water profile database helps take the guesswork out of the process so you can focus on what matters: making great beer! Plus, Brewers Friend isn’t just software, it’s a community of passionate homebrewers, sharing recipes, tips, and feedback. It’s like having a brew club in your pocket! Head over to BrewersFriend.com today and take your homebrewing to the next level. Use promo code HAPPYHOUR to save 25% OFF premium memberships! That’s BrewersFriend.com…because better brewing starts with better tools! Click here to use our link: https://bit.ly/3N7uQbm
Last call for Shiner Bock Clone Kit
Jan 29, 2026
Show notes
Hey friends! I just wanted to hop on here real quick and remind you that it is last call if you are wanting to brew the delicious Shiner Bock clone kit (https://www.patreon.com/posts/january-2026-kit-148064513) that we’ve come up with. I’m confident that you’re going to love this kit! Also, don’t forget to check out the interview I did with Shiner’s brewmaster, Greg Hybner, available here https://youtu.be/kiUTazur30E?si=GHzqfL1bx6GjbqU8 or wherever you get audio podcasts from.
A Texas Craft Beer Tradition: Inside Spoetzel Brewery w/ Shiner Brewmaster Greg Hybner – Ep.462
Jan 22, 2026
Show notes
Around October 2025, I came up with an idea for our 2026 Trub Club recipe kits (https://www.patreon.com/bePatron?u=21132635). My plan – to feature clone recipe kits of our country’s most popular and longstanding craft beer AND I wanted to interview the brewmaster each month to learn more about the history of their brewery and the beer that made them so popular. Think about it! How cool is it to chat with brewmasters that are responsible for beer that have pioneered and shaped craft beer as we know it? With all of that being said, I am so thrilled that we’re starting off 2026 VERY strong by featuring a Texas OG: Shiner Bock. Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve certainly heard about and likely have consumed your fair share of Shiner Bock. I was so excited when their brewmaster, Greg Hybner, replied to my email and agreed to come on the show. Not only did we have a great conversation for the podcast, he was also an exceptional host and gave me a true VIP tour of the campus. I can’t say enough nice things about Greg and the beer speaks for itself so make sure you grab yourself a six pack or even a case sometime soon. With all of that being said, I hope you’re ready because it’s officially time for the Homebrew Happy Hour podcast!… THE home brew #podcast where we answer all of your home brewing questions and discuss anything related to craft beer!
If you have a question that you’d like us to discuss on a future episode, please click on the “Submit a Question” link at the top of our website or you can now call in your questions via our questions hotline @ 325-305-6107 and leave your message after the beep.
Each and every episode is made possible by Kegconnection.com! Build the kegerator or keezer of your dreams using Kegconnection.com’s unique customizable product options that allows you to get exactly what you need. Kegconnection.com also stocks products and solutions for kegging kits, draft systems, hardware, components, cleaning and much much more. Kegconnection.com has been operating for more than 20 years in the industry and has established expertise and superior customer service.
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Thank you to our show’s sponsor, Imperial Yeast, for supporting us and the homebrewing community. Learn more about why we LOVE Imperial Yeast by checking out their entire line, available at https://www.imperialyeast.com/
This episode is brought to you by, Muntons Malts – a company that is passionate about providing premium malts to brewers worldwide. YOU can experience the difference Muntons offers by joining a recipe receiving tier of our Trub Club because every kit that ships out now includes premium Muntons Malt, join at https://www.patreon.com/HomebrewHappyHour
————————– This episode is brought to you by Brewer’s Friend! Brewing beer at home isn’t just about the ingredients, it’s about precision. And that’s where BrewersFriend.com comes in. Whether you’re dialing in your very first recipe or perfecting your hundredth, Brewers Friend gives you the tools to brew with confidence. Their recipe builder, mash calculators, and water profile database helps take the guesswork out of the process so you can focus on what matters: making great beer! Plus, Brewers Friend isn’t just software, it’s a community of passionate homebrewers, sharing recipes, tips, and feedback. It’s like having a brew club in your pocket! Head over to BrewersFriend.com today and take your homebrewing to the next level. Use promo code HAPPYHOUR to save 25% OFF premium memberships! That’s BrewersFriend.com…because better brewing starts with better tools! Click here to use our link: https://bit.ly/3N7uQbm
Flow Control Faucets on Column Towers, Carbonating Kegs at Room Temp, What to do with an Infected Bucket, & Replicating My Favorite Commercial Beer – Ep. 461
Jan 15, 2026
Show notes
Howdy, folks! It’s a bummer that Todd is out of town (hiking all over Big Bend National Park – not like I’m jealous or anything) but I’m super excited that James found the time to join me for this week’s episode. I hope you’re ready because it’s officially time for the Homebrew Happy Hour podcast!… THE home brew #podcast where we answer all of your home brewing questions and discuss anything related to craft beer!
Flow Control Faucets on Column Towers, Carbonating Kegs at Room Temp, What to do with an Infected Bucket, & Replicating My Favorite Commercial Beer
00:00:00 – 00:15:40 Sponsors & Small Talk 00:15:41 – 00:25:31 Flow Control Faucets on Column Towers 00:25:32 – 00:37:55 Carbonating Kegs @ Room Temp 00:37:56 – 00:44:59 What to do with an Infected Bucket 00:45:00 – 00:59:37 Creating Clone Recipes of Popular Beers
If you have a question that you’d like us to discuss on a future episode, please click on the “Submit a Question” link at the top of our website or you can now call in your questions via our questions hotline @ 325-305-6107 and leave your message after the beep.
Each and every episode is made possible by Kegconnection.com! Build the kegerator or keezer of your dreams using Kegconnection.com’s unique customizable product options that allows you to get exactly what you need. Kegconnection.com also stocks products and solutions for kegging kits, draft systems, hardware, components, cleaning and much much more. Kegconnection.com has been operating for more than 18 years in the industry and has established expertise and superior customer service.
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Thank you to our show’s sponsor, Imperial Yeast, for supporting us and the homebrewing community. Learn more about why we LOVE Imperial Yeast by checking out their entire line, available at https://www.imperialyeast.com/
This episode is brought to you by, Muntons Malts – a company that is passionate about providing premium malts to brewers worldwide. YOU can experience the difference Muntons offers by joining a recipe receiving tier of our Trub Club because every kit that ships out now includes premium Muntons Malt, join at https://www.patreon.com/HomebrewHappyHour
————————– This episode is brought to you by Brewer’s Friend! Brewing beer at home isn’t just about the ingredients, it’s about precision. And that’s where BrewersFriend.com comes in. Whether you’re dialing in your very first recipe or perfecting your hundredth, Brewers Friend gives you the tools to brew with confidence. Their recipe builder, mash calculators, and water profile database helps take the guesswork out of the process so you can focus on what matters: making great beer! Plus, Brewers Friend isn’t just software, it’s a community of passionate homebrewers, sharing recipes, tips, and feedback. It’s like having a brew club in your pocket! Head over to BrewersFriend.com today and take your homebrewing to the next level. Use promo code HAPPYHOUR to save 25% OFF premium memberships! That’s BrewersFriend.com…because better brewing starts with better tools! Click here to use our link: https://bit.ly/3N7uQbm
What Upgrades to Spend my Money on, What to do when Fermentation Stalls Out, & Bottling vs Kegging – Ep. 460
Jan 08, 2026
Show notes
Howdy, folks! Todd and James join me for our first Q&A episode of the new year. It’s time for the Homebrew Happy Hour podcast!… THE home brew #podcast where we answer all of your home brewing questions and discuss anything related to craft beer!
If you have a question that you’d like us to discuss on a future episode, please click on the “Submit a Question” link at the top of our website or you can now call in your questions via our questions hotline @ 325-305-6107 and leave your message after the beep.
Each and every episode is made possible by Kegconnection.com! Build the kegerator or keezer of your dreams using Kegconnection.com’s unique customizable product options that allows you to get exactly what you need. Kegconnection.com also stocks products and solutions for kegging kits, draft systems, hardware, components, cleaning and much much more. Kegconnection.com has been operating for more than 18 years in the industry and has established expertise and superior customer service.
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Thank you to our show’s sponsor, Imperial Yeast, for supporting us and the homebrewing community. Learn more about why we LOVE Imperial Yeast by checking out their entire line, available at https://www.imperialyeast.com/
This episode is brought to you by, Muntons Malts – a company that is passionate about providing premium malts to brewers worldwide. YOU can experience the difference Muntons offers by joining a recipe receiving tier of our Trub Club because every kit that ships out now includes premium Muntons Malt, join at https://www.patreon.com/HomebrewHappyHour
————————– This episode is brought to you by Brewer’s Friend! Brewing beer at home isn’t just about the ingredients, it’s about precision. And that’s where BrewersFriend.com comes in. Whether you’re dialing in your very first recipe or perfecting your hundredth, Brewers Friend gives you the tools to brew with confidence. Their recipe builder, mash calculators, and water profile database helps take the guesswork out of the process so you can focus on what matters: making great beer! Plus, Brewers Friend isn’t just software, it’s a community of passionate homebrewers, sharing recipes, tips, and feedback. It’s like having a brew club in your pocket! Head over to BrewersFriend.com today and take your homebrewing to the next level. Use promo code HAPPYHOUR to save 25% OFF premium memberships! That’s BrewersFriend.com…because better brewing starts with better tools! Click here to use our link: https://bit.ly/3N7uQbm
Favorite Beer, Favorite Gear, & Happy New Year! – Ep. 459
Jan 01, 2026
Show notes
Happy new year, my favorite people! If you’re here, tuning into the show, then that makes you one of my favorite people on the planet. I do have to warn you though – I am doing this week’s episode SOLO because of the holiday. Regardless, that just means I have nobody to keep me in line or reign me in when I digress… FUN FUN FUN! So, buckle up for the Homebrew Happy Hour podcast!… THE home brew #podcast where we answer all of your home brewing questions and discuss anything related to craft beer!
00:00:00 – 00:010:46 Sponsors & Small Talk 00:10:47 – 00:56:53 Trub Club Batches We Brewed in 2025 00:56:54 – 01:09:54 The Homebrewing Gear We Used in 2025 01:09:55 – 01:18:32 Looking Forward to 2026
If you have a question that you’d like us to discuss on a future episode, please click on the “Submit a Question” link at the top of our website or you can now call in your questions via our questions hotline @ 325-305-6107 and leave your message after the beep.
Each and every episode is made possible by Kegconnection.com! Build the kegerator or keezer of your dreams using Kegconnection.com’s unique customizable product options that allows you to get exactly what you need. Kegconnection.com also stocks products and solutions for kegging kits, draft systems, hardware, components, cleaning and much much more. Kegconnection.com has been operating for more than 18 years in the industry and has established expertise and superior customer service.
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Thank you to our show’s sponsor, Imperial Yeast, for supporting us and the homebrewing community. Learn more about why we LOVE Imperial Yeast by checking out their entire line, available at https://www.imperialyeast.com/
This episode is brought to you by, Muntons Malts – a company that is passionate about providing premium malts to brewers worldwide. YOU can experience the difference Muntons offers by joining a recipe receiving tier of our Trub Club because every kit that ships out now includes premium Muntons Malt, join at https://www.patreon.com/HomebrewHappyHour
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