The Brewing Network Presents | Brew Strong

Brew Strong | Question And Answer With Travis and Michael Dec 13, 2024

Justin dips into Jamil's mail bag this week, as Michael and Travis guide homebrewers through some tough questions. The boys talk about stir plates for large batches, different ways to add extract to wort, and more!

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Brew Strong | Drew Barnes, President of Blichmann Engineering Dec 02, 2024

Long-time sponsors and friends of the show, Blichmann Engineering, recently had a change in ownership. Drew Barnes worked his way up from the ground floor to becoming the President - and owner - of the entire company! On today's show, the boys chat with Drew and figure out what drove him to homebrewing in the first place, and what his plans are at Blichmann to steer them successfully into the future.

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Brew Strong | Question and Answer Nov 18, 2024

Jamil and the crew invite Michael "Mufasa" Ferguson back for another round of Question and Answer! Topics include: High Gravity Brewing, Bottle Carbonation, and more!

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Brew Strong | Decoction Mashing with Michael "Mufasa" Ferguson Nov 07, 2024

Decoction mashing has been something of a debate in homebrewing for decades - should you do it, should you not? To add to this conversation, Jamil and the boys invited good friend of the BN Michael "Mufasa" Ferguson on the show to talk about his thoughts on decoction mashing, and to offer some tips on how to do it the right way!

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Brew Strong | Question and Answer Sep 06, 2024

It's time for more answers to listener questions! On today's show, the guys are fielding more great homebrewing questions - some are even from this year! Topics include water pH adjustments, the best way to ferment lagers, and more!

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Brew Strong | What In the World Is "CoolPooling", Anyway? Aug 30, 2024

It feels like there's no end to the growing list of terms homebrewers have to learn in order to continue making the best beer possible - which is a good thing, as it means the hobby is still growing! Today, we talk about what "ColdPooling" is, how you do it properly, and why you would even want to.

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Brew Strong | Question and Answer Aug 08, 2024

We're dippin' into the mail bag again to answer your questions, and this week we have a lot of great ones. Topics include reusing yeast (and when to avoid it), capturing CO2 from your fermenter, and more!

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Brew Strong | How To Deal With A Stuck Fermentation Jul 25, 2024

Look, it happens to everyone eventually. You do your best to make sure those little yeast cells have what they need to have a great ferment, but somehow it all goes wrong. On today's show, the boys talk about how to tell if your fermentation is stuck, what you can do about it, and ways to prevent it from happening in the first place.

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Brew Strong | The Blichmann Retirement Party at Alibi Ale Works Jun 10, 2024

John Palmer joins Jamil on this LIVE episode of Brew Strong, as we gather to wish John Blichmann a happy retirement from Alibi Ale Works! Kevin, brewer and owner of Alibi, sits in to discuss his path to commercial brewing, and everyone has some nice things to say about John Blichmann.

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Brew Strong | Homebrew Question and Answer Jun 04, 2024

It's another mail bag day on Brew Strong - with some live questions tossed in for good measure! Today, the fellas talk about sanitizing gas line, the proper way to add dried malt extract to your boil, and more!

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Brew Strong | Mash Hopping With Scott Janish May 22, 2024

Mash Hopping is a practice that has had its moments of popularity in the past, but never caught on in any large way. On today's show, Jamil, Travis, and Michael talk with Scott Janish about why homebrewers should be revisiting the mash hop.

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Brew Strong | Listener Question and Answer Mar 08, 2024

The boys get right to it, grabbing your homebrewing questions right from the internet and delivering the answers back to you, via that very same internet. On today's show, Jamil and the gang address fermentation issues, how to add ghost peppers to a porter, and more!

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Brew Strong | Answers To Your Fermentation Questions Mar 01, 2024

Fermentation is probably the single most important thing to get right in brewing, so no wonder we spend so much time on it. On today's show, Jamil, Travis, and Michael jump into listener questions about topics such as fermenter geometry, pitch rate calculators, and more!

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Brew Strong | Question and Answer with Neil Spake Jan 19, 2024

Holding over from the last show, special guest Neil Spake joins Jamil, Travis, and Michael for another round of brewing questions! The boys talk fermenting under pressure, hot side aeration, and more.

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Brew Strong | How To Plan a Beer-Focused Trip To England Jan 11, 2024

Today's show is focused on one thing - planning a drinking trip to England. Jamil and Michael are veterans at this, and have some great tips to help you plan your next getaway. They invite their good friend Neil Spake on to help round out any good advise they might miss.

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Brew Strong | Question And Answer With Travis and Michael Oct 27, 2023

Time to dust off the books, because it's another Question and Answer session! Jamil, Michael, and Travis take us through some tips, tricks, and one-of-a-kind homebrewing answers that are sure to help anyone's homebrewing game! The boys talk water chemistry, homebrewing pumps, and more!

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Brew Strong | Fermentation Tips and Tricks Oct 11, 2023

Fermentation is the most important factor in brewing successful beer. If your yeast are stressed for whatever reason, they won't perform at their best. On today's show, Jamil, Michael, and Travis discuss some fermentation tips and tricks to get your yeasts churning out the most desirable flavors possible.

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Brew Strong | Adam Mills and the New Wave of Thiolized Yeast in Brewing Sep 21, 2023

If you pay attention to the beer scene at all, you likely have heard about Thiols - those compounds usually found in hops that contribute to a beer's fruity flavors. some of those compounds can be helped along and improved with certain yeast strains, so to explain this cutting edge of brewing science, long-time BN listener and craft brewer Adam Mills joins Jamil and Michael for an in-depth talk on thiolized yeast. They dig into what thiols are exactly, how to maximize your flavors while using them, and more!

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Brew Strong | Avi Shayevitz From Lallemand Talks Yeast Sep 08, 2023

Jamil knows a lot about yeast, but sometimes he has to bring in an expert. On today's show, Jamil sits down with Avi Shayevitz, from the research and development wing of the Lallemand yeast company. Lallemand has been making high-quality dry yeast for years now - for both brewing and winemaking - and has been a big player in raising the bar on dry brewing yeast quality. Avi and Jamil cover a wide range of yeasty goodness here!

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Brew Strong | Question And Answer With Travis and Michael Aug 30, 2023

Back for more homebrewing questions, Jamil somehow conned his good friends Travis and Michael to join him as he journeys deep into the mind of our homebrewing listeners. The crew chats about how to properly use fresh hops in beers, the right way to utilize alpha acid calculations, and more!

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Brew Strong | Question And Answer With Travis and Michael Aug 18, 2023

Jamil is joined once again by Travis and Michael, taking on topics from across the homebrewing spectrum. Amino Acids, yeast harvesting, dry hopping, and more are all covered by these three long-time homebrewing experts!

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Brew Strong | The Two Johns Talk Tech Jul 28, 2023

On this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil sits down with John Blichmann and his old pal John Palmer for a wide-ranging conversation on technology in the brewing industry. Topics range from new yeast discoveries, malt breads, and, of course, some cool gadgets Blichmann is cooking up!

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Brew Strong | Question and Answer With Michael and Travis May 31, 2023

Jamil is back with Travis and Michael! On today's show, the boys talk about the best ways to make adjustments to an All-Grain recipe conversion, how much time yeast should be left in your starter, and more!

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Brew Strong | Homebrew Question and Answer ( with Travis and Michael) May 24, 2023

Travis and Michael are back to help Jamil answer the most urgent of homebrewing questions from 5 years ago! The boys tackle some good stuff on today's show, covering yeasts plating, recipe formulation, and more!

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Brew Strong | Question and Answer with Travis Combel and Michael Persyn Apr 27, 2023

Jamil is back with his two brewing buddies Travis and Michael to answer your homebrewing questions! The guys cover top cropping issues, how to make great beer using extract, and more!

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Brew Strong | Question and Answer with Travis Combel and Michael Persyn Apr 24, 2023

This week on Brew Strong, Jamil invites Travis back for another round of listener questions! Joined by Michael Persyn, the three tackle the mail bag once more to bring answers to your burning homebrewing questions. Topics include how to brew Evil 3, upscaling recipes, and more!

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Brew Strong | Question and Answer With Travis Combel Mar 30, 2023

Travis Combel is back with Jamil for the second leg of this Question and Answer show! Listener homebrewing questions this week ranged from new hop products to yeast pitch rates to how to make non-alcoholic beers at home.

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Brew Strong | Question and Answer With Travis Combel Mar 21, 2023

More of your questions pulled from the ether! Jamil invited Travis back on the show to help answer more listener emails, and this one went in several directions. The fellas chat about high ABV beers, the best places to drink in England, and the sanitary conditions of pizza stones.

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Brew Strong | Attaboy Brewing talks Cold IPA and more! Mar 20, 2023

Jamil dives deep into the waters of Cold IPA with the folks from Attaboy Brewing!

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Brew Strong | Henry Kirk of Gale's Prize Old Ale Fame Mar 01, 2023

Jamil recently had the pleasure of traveling to England to brew one of his favorite beers of all time - Gale's Prize Old Ale. Today on the show, he chats with brewer Henry Kirk and friend of the show Neil Spake about the whole experience, and what makes a great Old Ale.

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Brew Strong | Hop Q and A with Scott Janish Jan 20, 2023

Jamil welcomes back author and brewer Scott Janish to Brew Strong! Scott is an expert in the arena of hop chemistry, and brings his vast knowledge to the Brew Strong Mail Bag this week. The guys talk hop extracts, dry hopping timings, hop blending, and more!

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Brew Strong | Question and Answer Jan 10, 2023

Jamil reaches deep into the mail bag and tackles your homebrewing questions! Tonight's guest is JP, from the wonderful show Dr. Homebrew! What he's doing here is anyone's guess, really. Jamil and Jp talk about yeast starters, lagering temperature profiles, and more!

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Brew Strong | Homebrew Question and Answer with Fal Allen Jan 03, 2023

Fal Allen is back, to help Jamil tackle your tough homebrewing. questions! The guys address pH issues, volume calculations, and more, on this weeks Brew Strong!

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Brew Strong | Historic Beer styles With Fal Allen Dec 13, 2022

Historical beers have never received the attention they deserve. On today's show, Jamil and Fal talk about some of the old styles that have fallen out of favor over the years, and why that might be. Fal talks about his experiences brewing ancient beer styles, and why he's committed to making more.

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Brew Strong | Question and Answer With Mitch Steele Nov 23, 2022

Jamil takes your brewing questions, and he has Mitch Steele along to make sure his answers are accurate! Mitch and Jamil run down healthy yeast habits, ingredient best-practices, and more!

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Brew Strong | GMO Ingredients in Craft Beer Nov 07, 2022

Genetically Modified Organisms, or GMOs, are a hot topic in the food world, and the craft beer scene is no different. On today's show, Jamil welcomes back special guest host Mitch Steele to cover this complex issue. Mitch and Jamil cover some new yeasts that have been modified to produce certain flavors, to malts that have been engineered to produce more yield.

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Brew Strong | Creating Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) For your Brewery Apr 05, 2022

Jamil and John give the mail bag a break this week, and instead talk about a more commercial-leaning subject: Standard Operating Procedures. SOP's are common in industrial settings, and breweries (and wineries and distilleries) are very much industrial workplaces. Jamil and John talk about what SOP's a brewery might want to have, and if some of that stuff can translate over to homebrewers who share equipment.

Spoiler: it can!

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Brew Strong | Water Questions (and Answers!) Feb 25, 2022

Water is a complicated part of your brew day, but it allows you to really fine tune any beer. Jamil and John dig around the Listener Library and gather all the submitted questions they can find about water. Mash salt additions, adjusting the pH in almost every stage of the brewing process, lactic acid, RO water adjustments, and more!

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Brew Strong | Homebrew Question and Answer Feb 17, 2022

It's back to the time machine/mail bag for Jamil and John on today's show! Questions came in from all across the homebrewing spectrum, once again testing the mighty grey matter of our hosts. Topics today include final gravity solutions, why hop selection matters, paths to oxidation, and so much more!

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Brew Strong | How To Distill with Aaron Hyde Feb 09, 2022

While distilling is still illegal at home in the US, that hasn't stopped it's rise in popularity. Today, Jamil and John chat with Aaron Hyde, author of "How To Distill", and got a great overview on what home distilling entails, what some of the key points are to focus on, and where to go from there.

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Brew Strong | Live from BrewChatter Jan 25, 2022

Jamil and John take questions from the road, in this live broadcast from BrewChatter HQ! The boys ambled their way up to Sparks, Nevada to settle in and answer some live questions - and to give away some Heretic beer. Yeast harvesting, pH, and fermentation issues were just some of the topics covered on today's show.

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Brew Strong | Brewing Winter Beers with Fal Allen Dec 28, 2021

It's that time of year again, when the shelves are stocked with winter beers, and homebrewers are huddled around their boil kettles, making their own winter warmers. One of the best in the business, Fal Allen of Anderson Valley Brewing Company, joins Jamil and John as they discuss what makes a great winter warmer. Plus, you know ... all the usual BS.

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Brew Strong | Question and Answer Dec 07, 2021

Jamil and John are back, pondering your homebrewing questions! The guys talk about mash pH in commercial breweries and how the big guys do chemical adjustments, if boiling really adds that much color to a wort, and more!

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Brew Strong | Question and Answer Nov 17, 2021

On today's show, Jamil and John dig into those homebrew questions nobody else is qualified to answer! Well, nobody within arms distance of you, anyway. The mail bag opens and we chat about storing diluted StarSan, fighting with the air quality control board, debate coco powder vs. nibs, and more!

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Brew Strong | Question and Answer Nov 08, 2021

Jamil and John are back, diving deep into the Brew Strong Mail Bag in order to answer your questions! On this week's episode, the boys talk about the best way to prepare yourself for the homebrewer-to-pro transition, how to fix poor head retention in your homebrews, dry hopping techniques, and more!

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Brew Strong | Question and Answer Oct 14, 2021

Dipping further into the archives, Jamil and John wrap their heads around more of your questions! Are all crystal malts really equal? Can they be used interchangeably? Find out what the boys said, plus pH issues, and more!

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Brew Strong | Question and Answer Oct 08, 2021

Jamil and John are back, and they have rummaged around the Brew Strong Homebrewer Email Archives for more of your brewing questions! From home glycol usage to brewing at 10,000 feet, the Brew Strong Boys cover it all.

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Brew Strong | Homebrewer Questions on Yeast Sep 17, 2021

Yeast. The most crucial ingredient in homebrew. Without it, random bacteria would take over, turning all of your hard work into a contaminated, infected soup that even the drains would recoil at! On today's show, the boys take your questions on yeast. How to brew with it, how to wash it, and how much of it to pitch.

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Brew Strong | Question and Answer Sep 10, 2021

A blast from the past joins "Brew Strong" for today's show, as Taylor (AKA Porno Steve) returns to the pod! Jamil and John get caught up on all the latest from him, and then reach into the digital mailbag for your homebrew questions. Topics range from "how clean should you keep your boil kettle", to "just how much plastic am I consuming"?

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Brew Strong | Question and Answer Sep 06, 2021

Jamil has been saving up your homebrewing questions until such time as they can be released into the wild, fully answered. Well, that time is now! John and Jamil take your brewing questions on this episode of "Brew Strong", as well as bringing back "Jamil's Medical Corner". So ... you've been warned.

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Brew Strong | Building A Quality Control Lab On A Budget Aug 06, 2021

Jamil and John are joined by Dr. Jonathan Hughes, of UC Davis, to discuss the best ways to develop a quality control lab on a budget. For the homebrewer or the craft brewer, staying on budget is important, and Dr. Hughes gives us some great information on how to do just that!

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Brew Strong | Homebrew Question and Answer with Fal Allen Jul 23, 2021

Jamil and John talked Fal Allen to stick around and help answer some burning homebrewing questions! The boys cover draft system tubing, mash tun cleanliness, and pitching rates - plus a lot more.

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Brew Strong | Talking Gose with Fal Allen of Anderson Valley Brewing Jul 16, 2021

Gose is one of those styles that is hard to do well, and that many brewers disagree on how to achieve a well-brewed version of. On today's show, Jamil and John sit down with Fal Allen, head brewer at Anderson Valley Brewing Company and author of "Gose: Brewing a Classic German Beer For The Modern Era" (all about brewing Gose, duh), to get at the bottom of just what makes a great Gose and how to get there.

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Brew Strong | History of American Lager Brewing with Greg Casey | Pt. 2 Jul 09, 2021

Jamil and John were lucky enough to convince beer historian Greg Casey to sit in for another trip into the history books, uncovering even more fascinating facts about the American brewing scene of long ago. From the proposed "American Reinheitsgebot", to the reception of adjuncts in beer, Greg shares it all!

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Brew Strong | History of American Lager Brewing with Greg Casey | Pt. 1 Jul 07, 2021

Greg Casey has worked for several large breweries in his long brewing history, but it wasn't until retirement that he started to really focus on the long road that lager beer has traveled over the course of American history. Jamil and John sat down with Greg to get his take on not only how lager beer changed, but why. From adjuncts to lobbyists, the story of American brewing is, of course, complex and rich!

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Brew Strong | Tales of a Homebrewer Gone Brewery Consultant Jun 25, 2021

Nick Galton-Fenzi who went from homebrewer, to brewery owner, to brewery consultant in a variety of countries. We hear his story about beer that has spanned 25 years, starting in Australia and taking him all over the world!

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Brew Strong | Homebrew Question and Answer Jun 10, 2021

It's time to dig back into our spam filter and fish out more listener questions on Brew Strong! Jamil and John tackle only the hardest of homebrewing questions on this show, as you all know, and this episode is no different. The boys talk about factors that can alter your SRM in your beers, post-fermentation oxygen reduction, and more!

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Brew Strong | Question and Answer May 17, 2021

Homebrew knowledge knows no bounds on Brew Strong, and to that end, John and Jamil sit down to answer more listener questions! Topics include spruce tips, mash tun decorations, and more!

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Brew Strong | Moonlight Meadery May 07, 2021

Jamil and John talk a lot about brewing beer on this show, but not too much about mead. So they invited Michael Fairbrother from Moonlight Meadery to come on the show and school them both on the art of mead making. Michael is a former homebrewer turned pro-meadmaker, and has been active in the judging community for many years. On today's show, he shares his passion for meads, how he got started, and drops some tips along the way.

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Brew Strong | Barrel Aging May 05, 2021

Taking your homebrew to the "next level" can mean many things. Often times, it involves some kind of contact with wood. On today's show, we examine barrel aging in all of it's facets, how do do it properly, and what it can to to benefit - and harm - your beer!

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Brew Strong | Stratification in Fermentation Apr 21, 2021

Adding two worts to the same fermenter can be a great way to double batch the same beer. However, it can also lead to stratification, causing all kinds of issues with your fermentation. On today's show, Jamil and John review this common problem, and give tips on how to avoid it. Hint: it's not just "mix the wort better"!

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Brew Strong | Question and Answer Show Apr 09, 2021

Its Q and A time again! Join Jamil and John as they tackle the hardest hitting questions from listeners, and dispense sage advice on everything from mash pH to oxygen reduction tips and tricks. Crack a beer and get ready to learn a thing or two!

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Brew Strong | Talking Cider with Ryan Burk From Angry Orchard Mar 25, 2021

Making cider at home can be as easy as fermenting store-bought apple juice, or as hard as blending fresh apples to create your own recipe. Today, Jamil and John are joined by Ryan Burk from Angry Orchard. Ryan has been making cider for years now, and drops an amazing amount of knowledge on how to make the best cider possible.

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Brew Strong | Homebrew Question and Answer Show Mar 18, 2021

Jamil and John are back with another round of questions to answer! From questions about boiling rates to unusual ingredients like beet juice, there's no question too weird for the Brew Strong boys. Get all of your burning questions answered on today's show!

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Brew Strong | Interview With Chris White of White Labs Mar 11, 2021

White Labs has been serving fresh yeast to homebrewers and commercial breweries for years now. He's seen both communities grow, thrive, and produce the best beer possible. All that beer wouldn't happen without yeast, so Jamil and John rack Chris' brain to get as much yeasty knowledge out of it that they can!

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Brew Strong | Homebrew Q and A Show Mar 05, 2021

It's time for another round of Homebrew Q and A! Jamil and John take listener questions and answer them, trying to get your beer to be the best it can be. The boys talk kveik, how people knew that fish bladders helped clarify beer, and head retention!

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Brew Strong | The History of Porter With Martyn Cornell Feb 10, 2021

On today's show, Jamil and John take a break from their normal problem solving, instead turning their attention to one particular style: Porter. Joining them is famed author and historian Martyn Cornell, who has written extensively on the subject of beer, and he is well equipped to guide Jamil and John through the complicated history of the working man's beer. It's a fascinating conversation - there's even a great factoid about IPA in there for you non-Porter people.

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Brew Strong | Tips For Award-Winning Homebrew With Travis Combel Jan 26, 2021

Homebrewing is one of those hobbies/obsessions that lends itself well to a never-ending stream of tips and tricks, especially from fellow homebrewers who actually win awards. Jamil and John talk with Travis Combel, who brews at home in Texas, about things we can all do in order to brew better beer at home.

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Brew Strong | Brewing With Kveik Yeast Jan 13, 2021

Homebrewers looking to give their beers a different level of complexity are gravitating towards Kveik yeast. Kveik is relatively new to the American homebrew scene, so Jamil and John chatted with an expert for this show - Richard from Escarpment Labs. The folks at Escarpment have been leading the way when it comes to Kveik research, and Richard's knowledge has helped to push the boundaries of what we know about this yeast.

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Brew Strong | Hop Layering in Homebrew Jan 06, 2021

Hoppy beers are more popular than ever. Consumers and homebrewers alike are in search of a depth of hop flavor in their beers. Today, Jamil and John review some best practices on just how they achieve great hop flavor in their beers, and easy ways homebrewers can conquer that summit at home, too!

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Brew Strong | Brewing Oktoberfest Beers At home Dec 28, 2020

Oktoberfest is an easy beer to drink, but can be complex to make. Jamil and John review the history and guidelines of this style, and try to break down the desirable elements that homebrewers want to include when they brew it at home. It's science day ... oktoberfest style!

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Brew Strong | Question and Answer Dec 17, 2020

It's another round of listener questions! Jamil and John rummage through the mail bag, picking the choicest and most succulent homebrew questions to dive into. Trub in your fermenter, carbon dioxide, sharks ... it's all answered on today's show!

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Brew Strong | Homebrewing Low Alcohol Beers Dec 08, 2020

Low alcohol beers are quickly becoming popular in the homebrew world. On today's episode of "Brew Strong", Jamil and John go through some basics of brewing a low ABV beer, including some do's and don'ts. If you are interested in taking your homebrew in a new direction, this is a can't-miss show!

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Brew Strong | Question and Answer Pt. 2 Nov 27, 2020

The questions keep coming in, and the boys keep answering them! Jamil and John go another round with the listeners, as they tackle the latest homebrewing questions.

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Brew Strong | Question and Answer Pt. 1 Nov 04, 2020

The dynamic duo of brewing is back! Jamil and John answer your questions on homebrewing, commercial brewing, and more!

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Brew Strong | Brewing Conversations with Mitch Steele Pt. 2 Sep 30, 2020

It's part two of Jamil's talk with Mitch Steele! The boys chat about numerous brewing topics that impact both homebrewers as well as commercial ones. Things like hop survivables, boil times, and more. It's a great conversation with two of the best brewers around!

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Brew Strong | Brewing Conversations with Mitch Steele Pt. 1 Sep 22, 2020

Jamil sat down with one of the best brewers around, Mitch Steele, to talk about all aspects of the brewing process. Mitch has been producing great beer for years, and not only did he find the time to write a book on the history of IPA, he also opened his own brewery called New Realm. This show is part one of a two-part series with Mitch.

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Brew Strong | Hop Survivables Sep 15, 2020

Take another deep dive into the world of hops with Scott Janish and Jamil! On today's show, Scott talks about hop survivables and how you can use them to build a better beer. We've talked about layering hops before, but it's hard to go much more beyond "well it tastes good this way". Scott and Jamil look into this - and more - on today's show!

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Brew Strong | Cold Dry Hopping Sep 11, 2020

Dry hopping is a great way to add a little more hop character to your beers. But when is the best time to add those hops? Jamil talks with Scott Janish on his experiments with adding dry hops at colder temperatures than we might otherwise think about. Scott has done a lot of research on the subject, and brings the knowledge on this one!

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Brew Strong | Stuck Fermentation Aug 19, 2020

Homebrewing is an effort of passion. And nothing can kill that passion more like fermentation problems in your beer! Today, Jamil and John review one of the more annoying aspects of the beer process - stuck fermentation. How to you fix it? Better yet, how do you prevent it in the first place? We get into that - and more!

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Brew Strong | Working With Residual Sugars Aug 19, 2020

Residual sugars - and how to deal with them - is so important when trying to brew the best beer that you can. If your sugars are off, there goes your body, and most likely the whole impact of your beer. Today on the show, John and Jamil dive deep into the subject of residual sugars and what you can do to deal with them at home.

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Brew Strong | Homebrewing For Competition Jul 02, 2020

Jamil and John love to answer homebrew questions, and the Cane Island Alers homebrew club sent in some good ones. The boys cover everything a homebrewer could want to know about entering competitions. From how to strategize which categories, to how to set your beer apart at the judging table. Whether you want to dominate your next homebrew competition, or just want to brew like you do, Brew Strong can help!

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Brew Strong | Water Adjustments Revisited May 14, 2020

As Jamil says, "there's always another way to adjust your water". Jamil and John are back, and taking the plunge to revisit their favorite topic: Water Adjustments. If you are new to water programming, or need a refresher, this is the show for you!

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Brew Strong | A Look At Brewing Trends May 14, 2020

Beer is always changing, whether we like it or not. Today on Brew Strong, Jamil and John examine what's hot right now in the beer world, how they got to where they are, and some insight into brewing them.

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Brew Strong | Practical Aspects of Barrel Aging Part 4 May 14, 2020

Jamil and John Palmer continue their thorough coverage of the practical aspects of barrel aging in this episode of Brew Strong by discussing how to use and store your barrels. Jamil starts by reminding everyone how to properly prepare your barrels for liquid by correctly making sure they are sealed. From there, the team discusses how to both empty and fill your barrels, barrel storage, sampling your beer, and also tracking the entire process.

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Brew Strong | Practical Aspects of Barrel Aging Part 3 Jan 15, 2020

In this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer continue their discussion on barrel aging beer, this time covering types of wood barrels. The guys walk us through the differences in wood types, including their permeability to liquid and air, flavors imparted, reusability and more. Tune in and gain a well rounded education on what you can expect from various types and ages of wood. They also cover how to clean and maintain your barrels so you can get the most out of them.

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Brew Strong | Practical Aspects of Barrel Aging Part 2 Dec 05, 2019

In part two of this Brew Strong series on barrel aging beer, Jamil and John Palmer discuss oxidation prevention, maximizing desirable flavors, barrel storage, and more.

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Brew Strong | Practical Aspects of Barrel Aging Part 1 Dec 05, 2019

In part one of this Brew Strong series on barrel aging beer, Jamil and John Palmer discuss the practical aspects of barrel aging beer. Topics include deciding what you want to get out of your barrel program, barrel selection, types of beers to age, temperature control, and more. Homebrewers and Craft Brewers alike will gain in in-depth knowledge of barrel aging throughout this series.

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Brew Strong | Common Off Flavors in Beer Oct 16, 2019

In this episode of Brew Strong, John Palmer and special guest, Master BJCP Judge Brian Schar, discuss common off flavors found in beer. Many of these flavors are still found in beer submitted to homebrew or craft beer competitions. John and Brian are here to lend a helping hand with tips to avoid these pesky off flavors.

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Brew Strong | Brewing With Oats, Wheat, Rye & Rice Sep 26, 2019

In this episode of Brew Strong, John Palmer invites his friend Kip Barnes, Brewmaster at Los Angeles Ale Works in Hawthorne, California to talk about his use of adjuncts in brewing. Kip is a master at using ingredients like oats and rye malt in his craft beer, but really stands out when it comes to using rice. That's because Kip has been using some experimental rice grains (like red rice and black rice) to add flavor and color to his lighter beers. Tune in and listen to some great tips and tricks from this talented craft brewer.

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Brew Strong | Top 10 Pieces of Brewing Equipment Sep 18, 2019

In this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer tackle one of the toughest questions they've ever been asked: What are the top 10 pieces of brewing equipment that you just can't live without? Tune in and find out how two of the worlds top brewing minds in the world get through their brew days and the equipment that helps them do it.

For the full list, with link, head over to the full show on The Brewing Network HERE.

Check out Heretic Brewing Company HERE, and find John Palmer's ultimate guide to brewing, How To Brew, HERE.

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Brew Strong | Late Hopping Vs. Dry Hopping Aug 21, 2019

In this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil makes his triumphant return to talk about the differences between late hopping your beer, and dry hopping your beer. John Palmer walks us through exactly what each technique is, and describes what happens during each process. These include IBU extraction, biotransformation, what happens with Humulinones, and more.

Be sure to check out John Palmer's latest addition of How to Brew for more information, and visit Jamil's Heretic Brewing Company to find out where you can taste world class examples of well hopped craft beer!

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Brew Strong | So You Want To Be A Pro Brewer? Jul 31, 2019

Master Brewer Michael Ferguson, now with Aalberts Dispense Technologies, has been in the craft beer business for 30 years and he's seen it all. In this episode of Brew Strong, live from HomebrewCon 2019, Michael speaks with John Palmer and Justin Crossley about the ins and outs of going pro. Tune in to learn all the reasons you shouldn’t, all the reasons you should, and, most of all, what you need to do to be successful with such a crazy idea. With more than 7,000 breweries in the United States and as many as 3,000 in planning, are we reaching a saturation point? In some places we probably have, which means location and concept should be major deciding factors. Whether you imagine a brewpub, nano, micro, or packaging brewery, you’ll need to carefully consider many factors if your brewery is to remain open and successfully grow.

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Brew Strong | All In One Brew Systems Jul 10, 2019

Brew Strong hits the road to HomebrewCon 2019 in Providence, Rhode Island! Justin Crossley (still filling in for Jamil Zainasheff) and John Palmer invade the biggest homebrew event on the planet and broadcast live from the Homebrew Expo. In this episode, they invite Chris Graham from MoreBeer!, and John Blichmann from Blichmann Engineering, to discuss all-in-one homebrew systems. There are many on the market to choose from nowadays, including the veteran Braumeister system, and the all new, super affordable, Anvil line that just hit the market. Convenience is key to this type of homebrewing and Chris and John walk you through the in's and out's of how you should choose the system that's right for you.

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Brew Strong | Enzymes With John Palmer Jun 26, 2019

In this episode of Brew Strong, John Palmer and Justin Crossley (filling in for Jamil) discuss the enzymatic process in your brewing. John walks us through what enzymes are involved in the brewing process, beginning with the growing of barley, and all the way through to the kettle (such as in kettle sours). You'll learn the difference between modern, highly-modified malt, and the malts of old, and why different mash rests may no longer be needed. And John dives deep into each of the different types of enzymes involved in every step, including beta glucanases, proteases, amylases, and more. Find out if your mashing too long, taking steps you don't need, or if there is a method to madness of the old ways of brewing. If you want to dive deeper into brewing enzymes, be sure to check out How to Brew, by John Palmer.

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Brew Strong | Burners With Blichmann Jun 20, 2019

In this episode of Brew Strong, John Palmer and Justin Crossley (filling in for Jamil) speak with John Blichmann from Blichmann Engineering about the different types of burners available to homebrewers. John covers everything from stove-top gas and electric burners, to full size electric immersion burners, and everything in between. Learn about the different efficiencies of each type, and what might be best for your homebrew.

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Brew Strong | Listener Questions With John Palmer May 22, 2019

On this episode of Brew Strong, while Jamil Zainasheff is out sick, Justin Crossley fills in for a question and answer show with John Palmer. The author of How To Brew tackles listener questions on water additions, steeping grains, hop creep, and more.

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Brew Strong | Tracking IBU May 22, 2019

In this episode of Brew Strong, Justin Crossley fills in for Jamil Zainasheff to cover a new topic with John Palmer. They welcome Aaron Justus, Director of R&D and Specialty Brewing, at Ballast Point Brewing, to talk about his recent paper, Tracking IBU Through the Brewing Process: The Quest for Consistency. Published by the Master Brewers Association of the Americas, Aaron's research tackles the difficult question of why there are often large discrepancies between calculated IBU (bitterness), and resulting IBU in finished beer. After more than two years researching and collecting data, Aaron and his team made several surprising discoveries and formulated a method to calculate for the changes in bitterness they were observing. Listen in to learn about this fascinating study and learn how you can gain better control over calculating IBU in your craft beer and homebrewing endeavors.

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Brew Strong | Brewing Measurements Part 4 Apr 05, 2019

In the fourth part of the Brew Strong measurements series, the team discuss measuring dissolved oxygen, specific gravity, pressure and length. Your craft beer and homebrew just won't hit the marks you desire if you can't accurately measure all aspects of brewing, and Brew Strong is here to help!

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Brew Strong | Brewing Measurements Part 3 Apr 05, 2019

Continuing with their brewing measurements series, the Brew Strong team covers weight and pH and how to accurately measure each of them.

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Brew Strong | Brewing Measurements Part 2 Mar 05, 2019

Jamil, John Palmer, and John Blichmann, from Blichmann Engineering continue their discussion on brewing measurements. This time they dive deeper into volume measurements and how crucial they are to the brewing process. Tune in and learn more about the many important measurements you need to get right to make the best beer possible.

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Brew Strong | Brewing Measurements Part 1 Feb 22, 2019

In this episode of Brew Strong, John Blichmann from Blichmann Engineering joins Jamil and John Palmer to talk about brewing measurements. Everything from accurate temperature measurement to being able to measure your gravity correctly, and everything in between. The team tackles important topics like calibration, volume measurements, co2 readings and more!

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Brew Strong | Brew Kettle Questions Feb 22, 2019

Jamil and John Palmer take on listener questions about brewing kettle's in this episode of Brew Strong. Tune in and hear questions from listeners just like you about all the things that can happen in your brew kettle and how to deal with them

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Brew Strong | Beer Recipe Formulation Jan 25, 2019

In this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer talk about beer recipe formulation. John, who authored the legendary "How To Brew" homebrewing guide, outlines his method of designing beer recipes so you can learn from one of the best.

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Brew Strong – Temperature Control Jan 10, 2019

In this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer take listener questions about temperature control. Since the early days of The Brewing Network, Jamil has always advocated that fermentation temperature control is key to making the best beer possible. Today they cover the process, reasons and equipment necessary to control your fermentation temperature for optimal results.

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Brew Strong – Brewing Water And Heat Exchangers Jan 10, 2019

Jamil and John Palmer revisit listener questions about brewing water and heat exchangers in this episode of Brew Strong. They cover utilizing a reverse osmosis water system in your brewery, discussing what happens in that process and what you can expect. Jamil discusses some of the issues he has had with his system at Heretic Brewing Company and how he has solved those problems. John Palmer dives deeper into the science behind reverse osmosis, while Jamil gives a detailed description of his entire process of using water in his brewery. Finally, they move on to heat exchangers in the brewery as Jamil describes his process to cool wort.

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Brew Strong – Listener Questions About Trub Jan 10, 2019

Jamil and John Palmer are back to take on more listener questions. This time they cover questions about trub on your wort. They start by talking to Taylor "Porno Steve" Roach about his most recent homebrew and cover issues with fermenting without temperature control. Then they move on to questions about trub in your wort, covering it's makeup and what you want to minimize in your finished beer.

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Brew Strong – Device Brewing On Wort Chilling Oct 19, 2018

Device Brewing Company\'s Ken Anthony returns to Brew Strong to take listener questions on wort chilling. Device is now one of the fastest growing breweries in America, but Ken started his company on a one barrel Blichman Engineering homebrew system. His experience in both small and large scale brewing has taught him tons about different methods of chilling wort and its effect on beer. Tune in and learn from Ken, Jamil and John Palmer as the three cover all things wort chilling.

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Brew Strong – Device Brewing Returns Oct 19, 2018

In this episode of Brew Strong, Ken Anthony from Device Brewing Company, returns to the show to discuss how Device has grown so immensely since their inception. Learn about how they have become one of the fastest growing breweries in the U.S. and how Ken has managed to grow in such a competitive market..

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Brew Strong – Bottle Conditioning May 16, 2018

In this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer tackle listener questions about bottle conditioning. This traditional way of preparing and carbonating your beer is still used widely today, especially in emerging markets for craft beer, as well as in homebrewing. Tune in and learn about the techniques needed to gain consistency and success with your bottle conditioned beers, and what characteristics you can expect when bottle conditioning.

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Brew Strong – Brewing Adjuncts And How To Use Them May 16, 2018

In this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer dive back into brewing with adjuncts, and how to use them properly. Adjuncts can be a very important tool in your homebrewing and professional brewing arsenal. Here, the guys teach you what brewing adjuncts are, what temperatures they gelatinize at, and when it\'s appropriate to use them in different beer styles.

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Brew Strong – Body and Sweetness Mar 22, 2018

In this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer discuss body and sweetness in beer. Taking questions from listeners, our experts talk about the differences between body and sweetness and how to achieve the right balance. You\'ll learn techniques to add body without sweetness and much more in this episode of Brew Strong.

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Brew Strong – Brewing Efficiency Basics Mar 22, 2018

In this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer discuss the basics of brewing efficiency. While geared more toward the professional brewer of craft beer who is looking to manage costs and ingredients, efficiency is something that every brewer should monitor. It helps build recipes and measure outcomes, and can save anyone a few bucks. Tune in and learn the basics of achieving better efficiency in your brew house, from small to large scale brewing.

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Brew Strong – Multiple Brews To Fill A Fermenter Feb 02, 2018

In this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer discuss the issues surrounding brewers having to brew multiple batches to fill a single fermenter. Ideally, a brewer would simply have a kettle capacity that matched the fermenter being used. But what if you are having capacity issues, and you need to brew 2 or more batches to fill your largest fermenter for your flagship beer? When to pitch, when do you aerate, and how much yeast do you pitch? These are all issues that will affect the final beer flavor. And, for really large batches, economics are a big factor - time and costs of ingredients. Tune in as our experts walk through the many scenarios surrounding multiple fills, including what challenges you might face and how to work through them.

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Brew Strong: Yeast Starters Revisited 12-18-17 Dec 18, 2017

Homebrewing beer. This week on Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer revisit one of our favorite and most important topics; Yeast Starters. Tune in as our experts take listener questions on all things yeast starters to dispel some of the myths and misconceptions on the topic. If you've been a fan of the show for awhile, you know how important Jamil views yeast starters in homebrewing. Along with our other shows on the topic, this episode will help to dive deeper into some of the common questions surrounding producing yeast starters. Also, don't forget to check out the book that Jamil co-authored for a complete discussion on yeast, Yeast: The Practical Guide to Beer Fermentation.

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Brew Strong: Barley Varieties 12-04-17 Dec 04, 2017

Homebrewing beer. This week on Brew Strong Jamil and John Palmer discuss barley varieties and their contributions to beer flavor. Our experts take a look at where beer malt flavor comes from, focusing on both the barley itself and the malting process, to help establish where flavor comes from. This show is based on 2 articles that were published in the Journal of the American Society of Brewing Chemists and take into consideration the many factors that barley plays, from growth to kilning, in the brewing process.

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Brew Strong: 10 Things Pro Brewers Should Do 11-06-17 Nov 06, 2017

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer discuss 10 things every pro brewer should be doing for their beer production. While many of these things cross over into the homebrew world as well, some of them require measuring equipment only accessible to pro brewers. Tune in and find out what our two Craft Beer and homebrewing gurus think are most important to producing world class beer on a professional level.

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Brew Strong: Craft Beer Q and A 11-20-17 Nov 06, 2017

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong Jamil and John Palmer are back to answer your questions on all things beer and brewing. Tune in and hear our experts take listener questions and discuss the topics that matter to homebrewers and craft brewers most.

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Brew Strong: Sparge Water Questions 10-25-17 Oct 25, 2017

Homebrewing beer. Sparging and sparge water are two of the more important aspects of your brew day, and they are both really easy to mess up! We've all had those brew days where we under-sparge, and then the next time we over-sparge to make up for the last error. Today, Jamil and John talk about best practices for your sparge water and help you to make the best beer possible.

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Brew Strong: Session Beers with Jen Talley 10-05-17 Oct 05, 2017

Homebrewing beer. Today we talk about Session beers! We love them, and think there should be more low ABV beers on the market. To that end, we speak with Jennifer Talley who literally wrote the book on Session beer. We discuss her new book, Session Beers: Brewing for Flavor and Balance, and what makes a great Session beer.

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Brew Strong: Questions With Fuller's 2 09-26-17 Sep 26, 2017

Homebrewing beer. The great Fuller's Brewery has been making beer since 1845, cranking out classic English styles for beer fans around the world. Today, Jamil and John continue their conversation with Henry Kirk from Fuller's, and learn more about how this brewery produces such style-defining beers. From parti-gyle brewing to proper hop additions, Brew Strong covers it all!

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Brew Strong: Questions With Fuller's 1 09-05-17 Sep 05, 2017

Homebrewing beer. Today Jamil and John talk about a subject that is near and dear to beer-lovers the world over - Fuller's. Not only are the guys discussing the great beers this brewery produces, but they have Henry Kirk, a production brewer at Fuller's, on with them to answer some burning questions about the history and brewing techniques they have revolutionized over the years.

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Brew Strong: NHC 2017 Part 2 08-14-17 Aug 14, 2017

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John are back at Homebrew Con and the National Homebrewers Conference for another live session of Brew Strong! In front of a live crowd, the fellas answer some listener questions about topics such as lagering, oxygen pick-up, and what country has the best-tasting moose meat. HomebrewCon can get weird, right?

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Brew Strong: NHC 2017 Part 1 08-05-17 Aug 05, 2017

Homebrewing beer. The National Homebrewers Conference is back, and that means another live episode of Brew Strong! Jamil and John, in front of a live crowd of fellow homebrewers, discuss the current trend in craft beer - selling out. What does it mean to build a brewery by hand, only to sell it off years later. Find out what the guys think about this hot topic - and more!

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Brew Strong: Sulfites 07-26-17 Jul 26, 2017

Homebrewing beer. In a more detailed water chemistry topic, Jamil and John discuss sulfites in water as it relates to brewing. Sulfites can affect the flavor and outcome of your hop profile, and even tweak how the malt presents itself in the finished product. Adjusting your sulfite levels can help you make the adjustments you need to sharpen those beer styles up.

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Brew Strong: Hazy Beer and Del Cielo Brewing 07-05-17 Jul 05, 2017

Homebrewing beer. It's no secret that hazy beers are the new hotness in the craft scene, and they are not without their complications. Love 'em or hate 'em, they are here to stay so Jamil and John jump into the hazy beer fad to talk about what makes them taste good rather than just look hazy. To do this, we were treated to 7 different hazy IPAs in studio and examined what makes each one worth drinking. We also speak with Luis Castillo of Del Cielo Brewing to help guide us around this cloudy topic.

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Brew Strong: Fermentation and Temp 05-22-17 May 22, 2017

Homebrewing beer. On this episode of Brew Strong Jamil and John Palmer answer listener questions on raw wheat, when to add salts and when to raise fermentation temperature for a proper diacetyl rest. Then a discussion of the precedence of fermentation temperature control or pitching rate - which is more important for beer quality?

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Brew Strong: Mash Questions 05-08-17 May 08, 2017

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer take listener questions on mashing. They discuss protein rests, oxydation of IPAs, batch lautering speed, and the use of Munich malt. Listen in and learn the intricacies of proper mashing and how to avoid common mistakes that can cause problems down the line in the brewing process.

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Brew Strong: Brewing Water Questions 04-24-17 Apr 24, 2017

Homebrewing beer. Brew Strong is back this week with one of their most popular topics of all time; water. In this episode Jamil and John Palmer dig through listener emails to answer questions about all things water. Tune in and learn from the best on this important homebrewing and craft beer topic.

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Brew Strong: Craft Beer Sweden 04-10-17 Apr 10, 2017

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer welcome their Swedish brewer friends Magnus and Dan-Magnus to the program to talk about craft beer in Sweden. After attending the Craftbeer Malmö Brewers Conference and the Malmö Beer Festival in Malmö, Sweden, Jamil returns to the U.S. excited about brewing abroad and in the Swedish beer scene in particular. Tune in and learn about the events, Jamil's collaboration brews and more.

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Brew Strong: Free Amino Nitrogen 03-27-17 Mar 27, 2017

Homebrewing beer.This week on Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer discuss the science of Free Amino Nitrogen in your brewing process. FAN's are prime building blocks in yeast health and nutrition and while you might not think of them much in normal brewing, there are circumstances where you need to. High adjunct beer, cider and mead all require the addition of FAN's to make sure your yeast has what it needs to ferment properly. Tune in and learn about what might be too little or too much, and how to ensure you are setting up your yeast for success.

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Brew Strong: Triple Mashing 03-13-17 Mar 13, 2017

Homebrewing beer.John Blichmann from Blichmann Engineering joins Jamil and John Palmer again, this time to talk about his triple mashing experiments. What is triple mashing you ask? Great question....we don't know either. But Jamil and John Blichmann seem to and help us figure it all out here. Tune in and learn how to solve problems like having too small of a mashing vessel, dialing in your recipe with a process like this, and what else you can expect from triple mashing.

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Brew Strong: Blichmann Experiments 02-27-17 Feb 27, 2017

Homebrewing beer.John Blichmann from Blichmann Engineering is back in-studio with Jamil and John Palmer this week to talk about his latest brewing experiments. One major experiment John conducted was to test his fermentation vessels under fermentation and let the pressure rise to about 30 psi. Tune in and find out what happened to the beer under that kind of pressure. The guys taste test John's beer and discuss all the parameters of John's experiments. You'll also learn about the latest equipment upgrades from Blichmann.

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Brew Strong: Storing Ingredients 02-13-17 Feb 13, 2017

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer discuss the storage of brewing ingredients. Since there are more than just the traditional four ingredients used in craft beer today, the guys tackle things like brewing salts, cleaners, sanitary bottle caps and more. Of course, they cover raw materials like water and malt as well. Learn about different vessels, what needs to be kept fresh, and what you might not be thinking of when storing your raw ingredients.

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Brew Strong: Q and A Show 01-30-17 Jan 30, 2017

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer are back this week to answer your burning questions about brewing. They tackle more yeast questions this week and dive into all things beer. Tune in to catch it all and remember, you can always send in your own questions by clicking through our contact page. And you can participate in the live shows by calling in to 888.401.BEER.

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Brew Strong: Canning 01-16-17 Jan 16, 2017

Homebrewing beer. Diving back into the pro brewing side, Brew Strong discusses canning craft beer on this episode. Jamil recently started canning his beers at Heretic Brewing Company and shares his experience in the product, the packaging and the process. Learn about canning equipment and the various challenges and advantages this form of packaging presents.

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Brew Strong: Yeast and Fermentation 12-19-16 Dec 19, 2016

Homebrewing beer. Several interesting questions this week about combining ale and lager fermentations, off-flavors in an IPA and what happens to the yeast and the beer when you cold crash after fermentation. Malcolm Frazer joins us to provide unique insight into these questions.

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Brew Strong: Decoction Show 12-05-16 Dec 05, 2016

Homebrewing beer. Malcolm Frazer of Brulosophy joins us to talk about a recent exbeeriment they conducted comparing beer flavor between decoction mashing and single infusion mashing of a German Pilsner recipe. Decoction is a age-old technique for achieving better extraction and hitting the mashing rest temperatures with less modified malts, but how much difference does it make in the beer flavor. Fans of decoction swear that it adds that little something extra you just can’t get from infusion mashing. Malcolm discusses the results of two groups of triangle test panelists who could not significantly and statistically tell the difference between the two beers.

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Brew Strong: Q and A 11-28-16 Nov 28, 2016

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer get through more listener emails this week to help you get more of your craft beer and homebrewing questions answered! They take questions on all things brewing and get you the answers you need to make better beer professionally and at home.

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Brew Strong: Cask Ales 11-07-16 Nov 17, 2016

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong, our hosts discuss the details of preparing and serving cask ales. Cask ales differ from regular ales primarily by the manner in which they are served, that is, they are poured with low carbonation that is generally added by priming. Jamil and John discuss equipment, methods, styles and serving tips in this informative show.

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Brew Strong: Yeast Esters 10-24-16 Oct 24, 2016

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer take more of your listener questions and get to the bottom of all things brewing. They take questions about the Lamotte Test Kits and ion testing resolution, off-flavors in a Pale Ale, attenuation, yeast strains, mash temperatures, and even a few questions about our lovely call screener and producer, Beevo. Tune in and learn from the best on The Brewing Network's Brew Strong.

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Brew Strong: Yeast Esters 10-10-16 Oct 10, 2016

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong, our heroes take a show suggestion from a listener and delve into the origins and control of esters in beer. Esters are a metabolic byproduct that are formed by the yeast during growth when they need to eliminate excess waste created from the synthesis of long chain fatty acids, sterols and other lipids. If they are grown under stressful conditions, they will produce more. The factors for controlling ester production during fermentation are discussed.

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Brew Strong: Q and A 09-26-16 Sep 26, 2016

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer get through more listener emails this week to help you get more of your craft beer and homebrewing questions answered! They take questions on all things brewing and get you the answers you need to make better beer professionally and at home.

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Brew Strong: Hop Oils 09-12-16 Sep 12, 2016

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong Jamil and John discuss some of the latest information on Hop Oils, Hop Bitterness, and Dry Hopping. Bitterness is now known to be composed of not just isomerized alpha acid, but also oxidized alpha and beta acids, and polyphenols. Hop oils continue to be heavily researched topic but the latest information indicates that dry hop aroma intensity is not correlated to total hop oil content (weight) in the hops. Learn more by listening to this episode!

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Brew Strong: Q and A 08-15-16 Aug 15, 2016

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer continue pouring through listener emails this week to help listeners get more of their craft beer and homebrewing questions answered! They take questions on all things brewing and get you the answers you need to make better beer professionally and at home.

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Brew Strong: Q and A 08-01-16 Aug 01, 2016

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer are back this week to help listeners get more of their craft beer and homebrewing questions answered! They take questions on all things brewing and cut to the chase about the many topics we cover on The Brewing Network through listener emails.

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Brew Strong: Q and A 07-18-16 Jul 18, 2016

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer are back this week to help listeners get their craft beer and homebrewing questions answered! They take questions on all things brewing and cut to the chase about the many topics we cover on The Brewing Network through listener emails.

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Brew Strong: Q and A 07-04-16 Jul 04, 2016

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer are back this week to help listeners get their craft beer and homebrewing questions answered! They take questions on all things brewing and cut to the chase about the many topics we cover on The Brewing Network through listener emails.

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Brew Strong: Q and A 06-20-16 Jun 20, 2016

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer are back this week to help listeners get their craft beer and homebrewing questions answered! They take questions on all things brewing and cut to the chase about the many topics we cover on The Brewing Network through listener emails.

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Brew Strong: Thermal Load 06-06-16 Jun 06, 2016

Homebrewing beer. This week our heroes discuss the effect of thermal load on beer flavor stability. What is thermal load? Basically it is the quantification of boil time and boil intensity on the wort, but the type of malts used in the wort can contribute thermal load as well. The more thermal load, the more the wort and beer flavor stability is compromised. Jamil, John, and Tasty discuss this interesting topic and what it means for your beer.

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Brew Strong: Brewing Q and A 05-23-16 May 23, 2016

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer are back this week to help listeners get their craft beer and homebrewing questions answered! They take questions on all things brewing and cut to the chase about the many topics we cover on The Brewing Network.

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Brew Strong: Yeast Q and A 05-09-16 May 09, 2016

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer take listener questions about every brewers most important tool; yeast! As the co-author of Yeast: The Practical Guide to Beer Fermentation, Jamil really knows how to use this tricky little creature to make your beer the best it can be. Listen in as Jamil and John walk you through all things yeast.

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Brew Strong: Yeast Management 04-25-16 Apr 25, 2016

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer talk about yeast management in this episode of Brew Strong. Jamil has been a master of yeast since long before he started on The Brewing Network and has been singing the praises of proper yeast management for over ten years. As the co-author of Yeast: The Practical Guide to Beer Fermentation, Jamil really knows how to use this tricky little creature to make your beer the best it can be. Tune in and learn all about management of your yeast from the masters!

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Brew Strong: Ph Q and A 04-11-16 Apr 11, 2016

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil, John Palmer, and John Blichmann, from Blichmann Engineering, discuss Ph in your beer and homebrew. Tune in and learn about the different aspects of the brewing process and ingredients that affect Ph in your beer. Managing Ph levels sets you up for success when dealing with virtually every facet of brewing and flavor. Tune in and learn from the best!

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Brew Strong: Triple Mashing 03-28-16 Mar 28, 2016

Homebrewing beer. On this episode of Brew Strong, John Blichmann from Blichmann Engineering is back to talk to Jamil and John Palmer about his experiment with triple mashing. John discusses the numbers and process of triple mashing your homebrew and what impact it can have on your beer. The guys taste samples of the resulting beer and teach you the ins and outs of attempting a triple mash.

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Brew Strong: Foam 03-14-16 Mar 14, 2016

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer discuss beer foam. You know, bubbles! They're also joined by our favorite engineer, John Blichmann of Blichmann Engineering. Listen in as the guys discuss the science of beer foam and how you can get the best head retention and frothy suds that you are looking for in your homebrew and craft beer.

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Brew Strong: Whirlpool 02-29-16 Feb 29, 2016

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer discuss the specifics and science of whirlpooling. This age old technique still has it's purpose in brewing, and with new technology and hop addition techniques, it's more important than ever. Tune in and hear listener questions as Jamil and John cover all aspects of whirl pooling your homebrew and craft beer.

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Brew Strong: Blichmann Engineering 01-21-16 Jan 21, 2016

Homebrewing beer. John Blichmann of Blichmann Engineering is back in the studio this week to take listener questions about Blichmann gear, brewing equipment and the brewing process. Learn from three of the best minds in brewing as Jamil and John Palmer settle in with John and get to your questions.

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Brew Strong: Water Testing 02-15-16 Jan 21, 2016

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer welcome Ernie Rector from LaMotte BrewLab to talk about water testing at home. The team covers what to test, how to test it, how accurate you can be at home and much more. Learn now to test your water accurately for your homebrew and learn howt the LaMotte BrewLab Kits can help you do it.

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Brew Strong: Blichmann Engineering 01-18-16 Jan 18, 2016

Homebrewing beer. Long time friend of the show from Blichmann Engineering, John Blichmann, joins Jamil and John in-studio to talk about brewing equipment. With so many options on the market, and so many questions from listeners about which equipment is best, the guys tackle some of the ins and outs of brew systems, mash equipment and more.

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Brew Strong: Homebrew vs. Pro Brew 12-21-15 Dec 21, 2015

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer discuss the differences in brewing process from homebrewers to pro brewers. Learn about why pro brewers brew the way they do, and how that differs from homebrewers. From grain mills, to fermenters, mash tuns and more, the team walks us through the nuances of small and large scale brewing.

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Brew Strong: Mead Questions 12-08-15 Dec 08, 2015

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer are joined by Michael Fairbrother of Moonlight Meadery to tackle listener questions on all things mead. Tune and and listen to one of Americas best meadmakers talk about the nuances of making great mead and answer the tough questions from listeners like you.

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Brew Strong: Moonlight Meadery 11-11-15 Nov 11, 2015

Homebrewing beer. Michael Fairbrother from Moonlight Meadery join Jamil and John on this episode of Brew Strong. They guys talk about mead, braggot, melomel and more as they teach you about the different types of mead, how to make them and what you can do to homebrew great mead at home.

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Brew Strong: Judging at GABF 10-26-15 Oct 26, 2015

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer discuss judging, and how to become a judge, at the Great American Beer Festival. Both have been judges at the GABF, one of the large professional brewing competitions in the world, and discuss what it's like to be part of the event. They also run the requirements to become a judge and how to go about becoming one for those of you interested in taking on the challenge.

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Brew Strong: Listener Q and A 10-20-15 Oct 20, 2015

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer are back this week with an all new episode of Brew Strong. This time the guys take on listener questions about all things craft beer and homebrewing. Tune in and learn about various aspects of the brewing process from two of the best in the industry.

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Brew Strong: Listener Q and A 09-15-15 Sep 15, 2015

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer are back this week with an all new episode of Brew Strong. This time the guys take on listener questions about all things craft beer and homebrewing. Tune in and learn about various aspects of the brewing process from two of the best in the industry.

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Brew Strong: Beer Clarity 08-18-15 Aug 18, 2015

Homebrewing beer.In this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John palmer discuss beer clarity and how to achieve it in your beer. JP also joins the show, along with Clear Beer Draught System founder William Broderick, to talk about his testing of the Clear Beer Draught System. Tune in and learn about this cool new gadget, as well as other methods of clearing your homebrew.

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Brew Strong: Fruit Beer 07-20-15 Jul 20, 2015

Homebrewing beer.In this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer take listener questions regarding all things fruit beer. Learn about the different ways to add fruit to your beer, how to get the most out of the additions, and what types of fruits Jamil and John like to use.

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Brew Strong: Measurements 07-06-15 Jul 06, 2015

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer discuss all aspects of taking accurate measurements in the brewing process. Learn about different techniques, equipment and formulas to make sure you are accurately and consistently, measuring the important aspects of your beer.

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Brew Strong: NHC 2015 Part 2 06-22-15 Jun 22, 2015

Homebrewing beer. Day 2 of Brew Strong's return to the National Homebrewers Conference as Jamil and John Palmer broadcast live from the floor of the Homebrew Expo. Listen in and hear AHA Director Gary Glass discuss this year's conference, as well as Ronaldo Dutra Ferreira, who runs the Brazilian National Homebrew Conference. It's a homebrew conference show from the American Homebrewers Conference!

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Brew Strong: NHC 2015 Part 1 06-08-15 Jun 08, 2015

Homebrewing beer. Brew Strong returns to the National Homebrewers Conference once again as Jamil and John Palmer broadcast live from the floor of the Homebrew Expo. Tune in and hear from John Blichmann about the new BrewEasy system, how what happens at NHC stays at NHC, and Jamil a little...well, let's just say he's having a blast.

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Brew Strong: Mash Time Part 2 05-25-15 May 25, 2015

Homebrewing beer. On part two of Mash Times on Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer continue to dive into the controversial topic of mash times. There are lots of so-called standards thrown out in the web and in books. Here, John weeds through the research and presents a summary of the findings of how long you should mash in the second of this two part series.

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Brew Strong: Mash Time Part 1 05-11-15 May 11, 2015

Homebrewing beer. On this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer dive into the controversial topic of mash times. There are lots of so-called standards thrown out in the web and in books. Here, John weeds through the research and presents a summary of the findings of how long you should mash in the first of this two part series.

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Brew Strong: Parti-Gyle Brewing 04-27-15 Apr 27, 2015

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John welcome their old friend Neil Spake back to the show to teach us traditional Parti-Gyle brewing techniques. Neil has been all over the UK to learn from the greats like Fullers, on how Parti-Gyle brewing is done the old way. Tune in and learn the techniques for yourself, which will help you home and pro brewers get it done right!

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Brew Strong: Pro Q and A 04-13-15 Apr 13, 2015

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer answer questions about pro brewing from listeners.

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Brew Strong: Pro Advice 03-16-15 Mar 16, 2015

Homebrewing beer. Jamil is joined once again by guest host Ken Anthony of Sacramento's Device Brewing Company on this episode of Brew Strong. Tune in as the guys discuss the etiquette of approaching professional brewers for advice, and learn how to best get the brewers you admire to answer your most pressing questions.

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Brew Strong: Brewery Pests 03-02-15 Mar 02, 2015

Homebrewing beer. On this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and guest host Ken Anthony of Sacramento's Device Brewing Company discuss tips and tricks for keeping rodents and pests out of your brewery. A clean brewery means clean beer, so tune in and learn how to deal with pests if you've got them, and how to prevent them if you don't.

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Brew Strong: Q and A Going Pro 02-16-15 Feb 16, 2015

Homebrewing beer. This week on Brew Strong, Jamil and John answer another round listener questions on going pro.

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Brew Strong: Q and A Odd Questions 02-02-15 Feb 02, 2015

Homebrewing beer. This week on a very special episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John address all of the odd and weird questions that have made their way to the Brew Strong inbox over the years.

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Brew Strong: Q and A Carbonation 01-19-15 Jan 19, 2015

Homebrewing beer. This week on Brew Strong, Jamil and John answer a wide range of listener questions on carbonation.

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Brew Strong: Q and A Stout 01-05-15 Jan 05, 2015

Homebrewing beer. On this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John answer listener questions on anything and everything Stout.

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Brew Strong: Q and A Mash Efficiency 12-22-14 Dec 22, 2014

Homebrewing beer. This week on Brew Strong, Jamil and John tackle listener questions on mash efficiency.

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Brew Strong: PH and Extraction 12-08-14 Dec 08, 2014

Homebrewing beer. On this episode of Brew Strong, John and Jamil discuss John's recent experimentation with PH and extraction. How does temperature and PH affect flavor? Tune in and find out.

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Brew Strong: Q and A 11-24-14 Nov 24, 2014

Homebrewing beer. This week on Brew Strong, Jamil and John channel their inner Jay Goodwin and provide answers to a wide range of sour beer, barrel aging, and wild yeast questions.

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Brew Strong: Stainless Steel 11-10-14 Nov 10, 2014

Homebrewing beer. On this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer get metallurgic on your ass. Tune in as the guys teach you everything you need to know about stainless steel and other metals used in brewing, from chemical makeup to maintenance tips and more.

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Brew Strong: Biz of Beer 10-27-14 Oct 27, 2014

Homebrewing beer. This week on Brew Strong, Ken Anthony of Device Brewing Company in Sacramento is back with Jamil and John to discuss the business of beer. Tune in as the guys get down and dirty talking numbers, strategies, and what it takes to get ahead in today's competitive craft beer industry.

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Brew Strong: Device Brewing 10-13-14 Oct 13, 2014

Homebrewing beer. On this episode of Brew Strong, Device Brewing Company owner Ken Anthony returns to the studio to talk with Jamil and John about the latest developments in his brewing operations. Tune in and find out how things have been going for Ken in the 14 months since his last appearance on the show in August 2013.

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Brew Strong: Q and A 09-15-14 Sep 15, 2014

Homebrewing beer. This week on Brew Strong, Jamil and John are live at The Hop Grenade with answers to a wide range of brewing questions. Tune in and immerse yourself in beer wisdom from two of the best brewing minds in the biz.

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Brew Strong: NCHF 09-01-14 Sep 01, 2014

Homebrewing beer. This week on Brew Strong, Jamil and John broadcast live from The Hop Grenade on the heels of their trip to the Northern California Homebrew Festival. Tune in as the guys share stories from their beer-fueled weekend, address questions they were asked by festival-goers, and much more.

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Brew Strong: Yeast and Starters 08-18-14 Aug 18, 2014

Homebrewing beer. Is Jamil's famous yeast calculator flawed? Chris White apparently thinks so. Tune in and hear Jamil and John respond as they talk yeast on this episode of Brew Strong. Learn how to achieve consistency of flavor with your fermentations, proper pitching rates, and much more.

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Brew Strong: Mash and Sparging 08-04-14 Aug 04, 2014

Homebrewing beer. This week on Brew Strong, Jamil and John go in-depth on mashing and sparging. From protein rests to step mashes, tune in as the guys answer listener questions that will help you further develop your fundamentals and techniques.

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Brew Strong: Q and A 07-25-14 Jul 25, 2014

Homebrewing beer. It's a live Q and A show on this week's Brew Strong. Tune in as Jamil and John Palmer answer a wide range of brewing questions from emailers, callers, and even patrons at The Hop Grenade.

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Brew Strong: Listener Beer 07-07-14 Jul 07, 2014

Homebrewing beer. This week marks a unique episode of Brew Strong as Jamil and John Palmer dissect the beers and processes of listener Eddie B for a live troubleshooting session that just might help you dial in your brewing practices. Is Eddie's problem recipe design? Under attenuation? How he harvests his yeast? Tune in and find out.

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Brew Strong: Brewery Operations 06-23-14 Jun 23, 2014

Homebrewing beer. This week, Brew Strong makes its inaugural broadcast live from The Hop Grenade! Tune in as Jamil and John Palmer welcome old friend Mike Mraz of Mraz Brewing Company to the studio for a rangy discussion on brewery operations, taproom crowds, and so much more about all things beer.

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Brew Strong: Q and A 06-09-14 Jun 09, 2014

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer answer brewing questions of all shapes and sizes. From properly testing your water at home to entering SMaSH beers in competition, tune in and find yourself awash in brewing information courtesy of two of the best beer minds around.

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Brew Strong: Starters Q and A 05-26-14 May 26, 2014

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer answer your most pressing brewing questions. From properly barrel aging your beers to the prevalence of hop allergies, tune in and bathe yourself in beer wisdom from two of the best brewing minds on planet Earth.

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Brew Strong: Starters Q and A 05-12-14 May 12, 2014

Homebrewing beer. This week on Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer answer listener questions about yeast starters. Learn how to make the most of your next homebrew with proper yeast starter techniques.

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Brew Strong: Live Q and A 04-28-14 Apr 28, 2014

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer are back with a live homebrew question and answer show. Tune in and hear answers to brewing questions that run the gamut from two of the best brewers around!

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Brew Strong: Water Regions 2 04-14-14 Apr 14, 2014

Homebrewing beer. This week on Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer continue their conversation with Martin Brungard, water treatment engineer extraordinaire and technical editor on Palmer and Colin Kaminski's book Water: A Comprehensive Guide for Brewers. The guys discuss the profiles of the water sources in Burton and Bavaria, including what gives each source its respective characteristics, key recommendations for treatment, and much more.

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Brew Strong: Water Regions 03-17-14 Mar 17, 2014

Homebrewing beer. This week on Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer are joined by Martin Brungard, water treatment engineer extraordinaire and technical editor on Palmer and Colin Kaminski's book Water: A Comprehensive Guide for Brewers. The guys discuss the profiles of the water sources in Ireland and London, including the differences in the perception of the water versus the reality, which styles are best suited to certain regions, how historic brewers worked with their supplies, and much more.

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Brew Strong: Brew Job Part 2 03-03-14 Mar 03, 2014

Homebrewing beer. This week on Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer continue their coverage of an oft-requested topic: How does one land a job in a brewery? As the owner and operator of Heretic Brewing Company, Jamil has all the answers to the most common questions of hopeful applicants. From what to put on your résumé to what you should and should not say in an interview, tune in and learn everything you need to know to score your dream gig in your favorite brewery.

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Brew Strong: Brew Job 02-03-14 Feb 17, 2014

Homebrewing beer. This week on Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer cover an oft-requested topic: How does one land a job in a brewery? As the owner and operator of Heretic Brewing Company, Jamil has all the answers to the most common questions of hopeful applicants. From what to put on your resume to what you should and should not say in an interview, tune in and learn everything you need to know to score your dream gig in your favorite brewery.

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Brew Strong: Sour Beer Q and A 02-03-14 Feb 03, 2014

Homebrewing beer. All things sour beer on this episode of Brew Strong. Jamil and John Palmer cover how to use the different kind of sour bugs, how to do a do-it-yourself open fermentation, troubleshooting problems with beers that won't sour, fruit additions and how often to do them, and more.

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Brew Strong: Hops Q and A 01-20-14 Jan 20, 2014

Homebrewing beer. Brew Strong covers tons of questions on hops this week. From dry hopping, to wet topping, how to know when to pick them, how to store them and more, this show will cove your hop fix.

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Brew Strong: Beer Haze and More 01-06-14 Jan 06, 2014

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong, Colin Kaminski joins Jamil and John Palmer to talk about, well, all sorts of things really. They focus on beer haze, talk water, and take a few listener questions. These are three great beer minds in one room, so craft beer and homebrew just got a little better. Tune in and learn for yourself!

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Brew Strong: Water Book 12-23-13 Dec 23, 2013

Homebrewing beer. This week on Brew Strong, brewer turned author Colin Kaminski from Downtown Joe's joins the show to discuss his new water book. Co-written by host John Palmer, Kaminski and Palmer discuss the research and writing behind the book and discuss details about water chemistry for craft beer and homebrewing.

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Brew Strong: Trademark Law 12-09-13 Dec 09, 2013

Homebrewing beer. In the episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer welcome trademark lawyer Brian Schar to the show to discuss the often controversial topic of trademarks in the craft beer industry. Tune in and learn about this essential part of doing business in an increasingly competitive environment and learn how to protect your intellectual property, as well as how to steer clear of the dangers of trademark infringement.

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Brew Strong: Metals Q and A 11-25-13 Nov 25, 2013

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer discuss metals used in brewing. Palmer's extensive background in metallurgy is brought to the spotlight as he takes your listener questions and dispels the myths of metals in brewing.

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Brew Strong: Water Q and A 11-11-13 Nov 11, 2013

Homebrewing beer. This week on Brew Strong, with a water book fresh off the presses, John Palmer is back to take your water questions with Jamil. Get help with this often misunderstood ingredient in your brewing with the experts from Brew Strong.

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Brew Strong: Q and A 10-28-13 Oct 28, 2013

Homebrewing beer. This week on Brew Strong, with John Palmer still out of town, Jamil and Moscow tackle your questions. Topics covered include aeration techniques, double dry-hopping, optimal usage of Belgian candy syrup, barrel effects of sour beers, and much more.

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Brew Strong: Q and A 10-14-13 Oct 14, 2013

Homebrewing beer. This week on Brew Strong, with John Palmer out of town, Jamil and Moscow tackle your questions. Topics covered include CO2 flavors, yeast viability, storing hops, off-flavors in Brett beers, and much more.

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Brew Strong: Nano Device Brewing Co. 3 09-16-13 Sep 16, 2013

Homebrewing beer. This week on Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer conclude their discussion with owner Ken Anthony of Sacramento, California's Device Brewing Company. Tune in to catch the guys engage in a verbal trouble-shooting session - what would Ken have done differently? What went according to plan and what didn't? The crew also covers his experience with budgeting, and the importance of remaining active in your local homebrew club.

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Brew Strong: Nano Device Brewing Co. 2 09-02-13 Sep 02, 2013

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer continue their conversation with owner Ken Anthony of Sacramento, California's Device Brewing Company. This week, the beer is the focus - from brewing processes, to recipe formulation, to future plans and upcoming styles Ken plans to brew. Tune in to catch more of this enlightening discussion about turning brewing from a hobby into a profession, straight from the mouths of men who are consumed with just that task.

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Brew Strong: Nano Device Brewing Co. 08-19-13 Aug 19, 2013

Homebrewing beer. This week on Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer are joined by owner Ken Anthony of Sacramento, California's Device Brewing Company. From his acquiring of capital to the organization and execution of his ideas, tune in for an enlightening discussion with Ken about his start-up nano-brewery, all while sampling and dissecting his Imperial IPA and his Pale Ale. This episode will give you a taste of what it's like to turn brewing from a hobby into a profession, straight from the mouths of men who have devoted their lives to just that task.

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Brew Strong: Hops Q and A 08-05-13 Aug 05, 2013

Homebrewing beer. This week on Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer jump right into listener questions, focusing on hops in this episode - from techniques for freezing, to double dry-hopping, to the effects of light on non-hopped beers. Tune in to catch detailed answers to tough questions from two of the best brewers around.

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Brew Strong: Yeast Q and A 07-22-13 Jul 22, 2013

Homebrewing beer. This week on Brew Strong, Jamil and John open the show by recapping the National Homebrewers Conference in Philadelphia. They go on to answer listener questions, focusing on yeast in this episode - from culturing, to ideal shipping methods, to the effects of light, to what that funny smell might mean. Tune in to catch detailed answers to tough questions from two of the best brewers around!

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Brew Strong: Double Dry Hop 07-08-13 Jul 08, 2013

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer are live from the National Homebrewers Conference in Philadelphia, PA. From there they discuss double dry hopping techniques as well as take live listener questions from the audience.

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Brew Strong: Parti-Gyle 06-24-13 Jun 24, 2013

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer are live from the National Homebrewers Conference in Philadelphia, PA. From the floor of the conference they discuss Parti-Gyle brewing and take live listener questions. Tune in and get feel for the conference as well as learn techniques to homebrew using the Parti-Gyle method

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Brew Strong: Live Q and A 06-10-13 Jun 10, 2013

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer are back with a live homebrew question and answer show. Tune in and hear answers to brewing questions that run the gamut from two of the best brewers around!

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Brew Strong: Live Q and A 05-27-13 May 27, 2013

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer are back with a live homebrew question and answer show. Tune in and hear answers to brewing questions that run the gamut from two of the best brewers around!

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Brew Strong: Water Revisited 05-13-13 May 13, 2013

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong, just before the release of John Palmer's new water book, the two revisit the topic of water chemistry in brewing. Tune in and learn about some new things Palmer has picked up regarding residual alkalinity in the mash and much, much more. Get your brewing science on with Brew Strong!

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Brew Strong: Jamil's Favorite Yeast 04-15-13 Apr 15, 2013

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong Jamil talks about his favorite yeast, why he loves it and how to use it. Over the years, Jamil has brewed with dozens of different strains and shares his experience here so you can get the most out of Jamil's top strains for homebrewing and craft beer.

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Brew Strong: Intro to Brewing Science 1 04-01-13 Apr 01, 2013

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong, John Palmer gives us an intro to brewing science, describing three essential facets to understanding the science of brewing so you can understand your process better and improve your beer.

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Brew Strong: Live Q and A 03-18-13 Mar 18, 2013

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer are back with a live homebrew question and answer show. Tune in and hear answers to brewing questions that run the gamut from two of the best brewers around!

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Brew Strong: Live Q and A 03-04-13 Mar 04, 2013

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer are back with a live homebrew question and answer show. Tune in and hear answers to brewing questions that run the gamut from two of the best brewers around!

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Brew Strong: Live Q and A 02-18-13 Feb 18, 2013

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer are back with a live homebrew question and answer show. Tune in and hear answers to brewing questions that run the gamut from two of the best brewers around!

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Brew Strong: Live Q and A 02-04-13 Feb 04, 2013

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer are back with a live homebrew question and answer show. Tune in and hear answers to brewing questions that run the gamut from two of the best brewers around!

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Brew Strong: Live Q and A 01-21-13 Jan 21, 2013

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer are back with a live homebrew question and answer show. Tune in and hear answers to brewing questions that run the gamut from two of the best brewers around!

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Brew Strong: Beer Infections 01-07-13 Jan 07, 2013

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer discuss the various infections that can happen in your homebrew and craft beer. They go over the specific bacteria's and bugs that can create off-flavors, gushers, sour tastes and more. Learn about the causes and how to avoid such infections and become a better brewer!

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Brew Strong: Going Pro - Wrap Up 12-24-12 Dec 24, 2012

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer wrap up their series on taking your homebrewing to the next level and turning it into professional craft brewing. From licensing to equipment and much more, these guys have covered it all and top it all off here with a few final tips, tricks and gems of advice for the aspiring craft brewer.

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Brew Strong: Going Pro - Q and A 12-10-12 Dec 10, 2012

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer begin to wind down their Pro-gasm series on topics for taking your homebrew to the professional level. This question and answer session opens the topic to listeners wanting more info on joining the craft beer world.

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Brew Strong: Going Pro - Nano Brewing 11-26-12 Nov 26, 2012

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong Jamil and John Palmer discuss the costs and equipment associated with setting up a professional nano brewery. If you are considering taking the plunge into pro brewing but want to start small, this show will help you plan the feasibility of nano brewing.

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Brew Strong: Going Pro - Beer Pricing 11-12-12 Nov 12, 2012

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer continue drawing on Jamil's experience opening Heretic Brewing Company and talk about how to price your beer in the marketplace. Continuing with their "Progasm" series, the guys discuss the things to consider and how to calculate an accurate cost of your beer. If you're dreaming of going pro, this is another must hear.

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Brew Strong: Going Pro - GABF Competition 10-15-12 Oct 15, 2012

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong Jamil and John Palmer, fresh off a trip to the Great American Beer Festival as craft beer professionals, rather than homebrewers, talk about what it's like to compete on the professional brewing scene. Tune in and get a behind the scenes look at the GABF, and hear what it takes to compete against the best breweries in the United States.

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Brew Strong: Going Pro - Marketing 10-01-12 Oct 01, 2012

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong Jamil and John continue their Going Pro series and talk about craft beer marketing. in order to make a successful transition from homebrewer to craft brewer you'll need to know how to market your craft beer. Jamil and John Palmer get you started here on Brew Strong.

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Brew Strong: Going Pro - Distribution 09-17-12 Sep 17, 2012

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong Jamil and John continue to discuss going pro in craft beer with the topic of distribution. Tune in and take the next step from homebrew to craft beer by learning about the difficult task of getting your beer properly distributed.

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Brew Strong: Going Pro - Equipment 09-03-12 Sep 09, 2012

Homebrewing beer. In another installment of the Brew Strong Going Pro series, Jamil and John discuss professional brewing equipment for the aspiring craft beer brewer. Take another step in going from homebrew to craft brew in this installment of Brew Strong!

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Brew Strong: Going Pro - Permits 08-20-12 Aug 20, 2012

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer continue their Going-Pro Series with a show on brewery permits. There are many different types of licenses for breweries and brew-pubs and selecting the one that's right for you is crucial to success in the craft beer industry. Tune in and learn the differences between licenses and how best to navigate the mountain of red tape to acquire yours.

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Brew Strong: Going Pro - Finance 08-06-12 Aug 06, 2012

Homebrewing beer. Continuing the current going-pro series on Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer discuss all thing finance in this episode of Brew Strong. Learn the ins and outs of financing your brewery and the keys to money management when starting up a professional craft brewery.

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Brew Strong: Going Pro - Brewery Type 07-23-12 Jul 23, 2012

Homebrewing beer. In this episode, Jamil and John Palmer talk about getting started going pro, the commitment it takes to be successful and the types of breweries there are to start.

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Brew Strong: Going Pro - The Biz 07-09-12 Jul 09, 2012

Homebrewing beer. In this episode, Jamil and John Palmer, by popular demand, start another in-depth series on going pro into craft beer from homebrewing. The guys will cover all aspects of the process of starting a professional brewery and bringing beer to market.

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Brew Strong: Live from NHC 2 06-23-12 Jun 23, 2012

Homebrewing beer. Brew Stong's second live episode from the 2012 National Homebrewers Conference in Seattle, WA. This time Jamil and John Palmer talk about new products found at the NHC, including a new yeast from White Labs from John Maier's beard (it's true), new equipment from Blichmann and new malt from Briess. It's a great recap of all the great new brewing items you can find on the market, released at NHC.

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Brew Strong: Live from NHC 06-09-12 Jun 09, 2012

Homebrewing beer. This episode was recorded live from the 2012 National Homebrewers Conference in Seattle Washington. Jamil and John Palmer talk with the crowd and discuss wet hopping techniques for homebrewers using advice and examples from craft brewers.

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Brew Strong: Live from White Labs 05-14-12 May 14, 2012

Homebrewing beer. Join Jamil and John Palmer as they broadcast live from the all new White Labs facility during the Craft Brewers Conference. They are joined by Chris White and Ballast Point Brewmaster Yuseff Cherney as they discuss different yeast varieties and sample some White Labs brewed beer!

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Brew Strong: Live from White Labs Two 05-28-12 May 14, 2012

Homebrewing beer. In part two of Brew Strong live from White Labs during the Craft Brewers Conference, Jamil and John Palmer are joined but White Labs laboratory manager Neva Parker and Sean Ferrell, Director of Brewery Operations at Coronado Brewing Company in San Diego. Tune in as they focus on how much fermentation and learning about how yeast works in your brewery affects your beer.

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Brew Strong: Live Q and A 04-30-12 Apr 30, 2012

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John answer more of your listener questions in another Q and A session of Brew Strong. They take listener questions from the chat room and email to open the lines of communication and let all beer topics fly and get your homebrew and craft beer related questions answered.

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Brew Strong: Live Q and A 04-16-12 Apr 16, 2012

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John answer more of your listener questions in another Q and A session of Brew Strong. They take listener questions from the chat room and email to open the lines of communication and let all beer topics fly and get your homebrew and craft beer related questions answered.

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Brew Strong: Live Q and A 04-02-12 Apr 02, 2012

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer answer more of your questions in another Q and A show on Brew Strong. They take listener questions from the chat and e-mail to open the lines of communication and let all topics fly and get your homebrew, craft brew and beer related questions answered.

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Brew Strong: Live Q and A 03-19-12 Mar 19, 2012

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer answer more of your questions in another Q and A show on Brew Strong. They take listener questions from the chat and e-mail to open the lines of communication and let all topics fly and get your homebrew, craft brew and beer related questions answered.

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Brew Strong: Live Q and A 03-05-12 Mar 05, 2012

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer answer more of your questions in another Q and A show on Brew Strong. They take listener questions from the chat and e-mail to open the lines of communication and let all topics fly and get your homebrew, craft brew and beer related questions answered.

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Brew Strong: Live Q and A 02-20-12 Feb 20, 2012

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer answer more of your questions in another Q and A show on Brew Strong. They take listener questions from the chat and e-mail to open the lines of communication and let all topics fly and get your homebrew, craft brew and beer related questions answered.

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Brew Strong: Wet Hops 02-06-12 Feb 06, 2012

Homebrewing beer. On this episode of Brew Strong Jamil and John Palmer discuss the use of wet hops in brewing. Learn about the differences in flavor, usage considerations and stability issues when using wet hops in your homebrew and craft beer.

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Brew Strong: Live Q and A 01-23-12 Jan 23, 2012

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer answer more of your questions in another Q and A show on Brew Strong. They take listener questions from the chat and e-mail to open the lines of communication and let all topics fly and get your homebrew, craft brew and beer related questions answered.

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Brew Strong: Live Q and A 01-09-12 Jan 09, 2012

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer answer more of your questions in another Q and A show on Brew Strong. They take listener questions from the chat and e-mail to open the lines of communication and let all topics fly and get your homebrew, craft brew and beer related questions answered.

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Brew Strong: Going Pro Marketing 12-26-11 Dec 26, 2011

Homebrewing beer. In another going pro series from Brew Strong, startup brewery Pacific Brewing Laboratory returns to the show to talk about how they started and pick Jamil's brain about how to market your brewery, including choosing your beer lineup.

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Brew Strong: Going Pro 12-12-11 Dec 12, 2011

Homebrewing beer. Continuing in the series of Going Pro show on Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer welcome guests Patrick Horn and Bryan Hermannsson from the new Pacific Brewing Laboratories in San Francisco. Patrick and Bryan are a small startup who asked Jamil advice on getting beer to market. In the spirit of The Brewing Network, Jamil thought it best to do a show on the subject rather than have a private conversation. Tune in and learn from the pro's!

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Brew Strong: Live Q and A 11-28-11 Nov 28, 2011

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer answer more of your questions in another Q and A show on Brew Strong. They take listener questions from the chat and e-mail to open the lines of communication and let all topics fly and get your homebrew, craft brew and beer related questions answered.

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Brew Strong: Finings 11-14-11 Nov 14, 2011

Homebrewing beer. On this episode of Brew Strong Jamil Zainasheff and John Palmer discuss the use of finings and fining agents to clarify beer. Learn about the different finings and techniques available to homebrewers and craft brewers and how you can better clarify your beer at home.

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Brew Strong: Pro Extras 10-31-11 Oct 31, 2011

Homebrewing beer. In this 4th installment of Brew Strong's Going Pro series, Jamil Zainasheff, John Palmer and Steve Kinsey (Kinetic Brewing) discuss more details about opening a brewery. After giving you the lowdown on planning, equipment and paperwork, here the crew talks about marketing, electrical, special floor drains, and more to round out their experience based education on opening breweries.

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Brew Strong: Paperwork 10-17-11 Oct 17, 2011

Homebrewing beer. It's not the most glamorous topic, but arguably the most important one when opening up a brewery. In this episode of Brew Strong, as part of their ongoing pro series, the crew covers what paperwork is needed when opening a brewery. Jamil Zainasheff and Steve "Sven" Kinsey tackle the daunting task of what paperwork is needed and how to approach it from their experience opening Heretic and Kinetic Brewing, respectively. If you are dreaming of going pro you'll find this discussion invaluable in your endeavor to brew and sell great craft beer.

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Brew Strong: Pro Equipment 10-03-11 Oct 03, 2011

Homebrewing beer. Continuing with their going pro series, this episode of Brew Strong talks about all things equipment when opening up a new brewery. Having recently opened his new brewery, Heretic, Jamil shares his experience in acquiring and installing professional brewer equipment. Special guest Steve Kinsey (Sven) also joins the discussion to share his experience as he is in the middle of building Kinetic Brewing Co. in Lancaster CA. If you're thinking of making the jump to pro brewing, don't miss this episode!

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Brew Strong: Tannins 09-19-11 Sep 19, 2011

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Storng Jamil and John Palmer talk about tannins in your beer. Both good and bad, tannins can have a huge affect on your beer so understanding them is crucial to great homebrew. Tune in and find out what they do, which ones you want and, as always, how to get the most of your beer!

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Brew Strong: Live Q and A 09-05-11 Sep 05, 2011

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer answer more of your questions in another Q and A show on Brew Strong, this time with special guest John Blichmann. They take listener questions from the chat and e-mail to open the lines of communication and let all topics fly and get your homebrew, craft brew and beer related questions answered.

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Brew Strong: Beer Staling 08-22-11 Aug 22, 2011

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong Jamil Zainasheff and John Palmer discuss how beer stales and what techniques you can use in your homebrewing to prevent staling.

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Brew Strong: Live Q and A 08-08-11 Aug 08, 2011

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer answer more of your questions in another Q and A show on Brew Strong. They take listener questions from the chat and e-mail to open the lines of communication and let all topics fly and get your homebrew, craft brew and beer related questions answered.

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Brew Strong: Live Q and A 07-11-11 Jul 11, 2011

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer answer more of your questions in another Q and A show on Brew Strong. They take listener questions from the chat and e-mail to open the lines of communication and let all topics fly and get your homebrew, craft brew and beer related questions answered.

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Brew Strong: Aeration 06-27-11 Jun 27, 2011

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong Jamil and John Palmer discuss the importance and function of aeration of your wort to help your homebrew ferment. They discuss the science behind it, techniques to achieve it and the results you will find if you do this part of the brewing process properly.

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Brew Strong: Live from NHC 06-16-11 Jun 16, 2011

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer hit the road to the 2011 National Homebrewers Conference in San Diego and bring you a live Brew Strong from the Hospitality Suite. This show features Wyeast's quality control manager and microbiologist Greg Doss talking about the importance of yeast in your homebrew. We also hear a little about the release of Heretic Brewing Companies first beer at the Brewing Network's 6th Anniversary Party!

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Brew Strong: Cleveland International Beer Fest 05-30-11 May 30, 2011

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer travel to the Cleveland International Beer Fest, held May 13th - 14th in Cleveland Ohio. Hear about the festival and listen in as special guest Chris White joins the show to talk about the importance of yeast in the flavor it imparts on your beer.

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Brew Strong: Live Q and A 05-22-11 May 16, 2011

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer answer more of your questions in another Q and A show on Brew Strong. They take listener questions from the chat and e-mail to open the lines of communication and let all topics fly and get your homebrew, craft brew and beer related questions answered.

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Brew Strong: Going Pro 1 05-02-11 May 02, 2011

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong Jamil and John Palmer introduce a new series of shows for aspiring professional brewers that will occur in intervals among their regular brewing topics. In this first episode they welcome new brewery owner Steve "Sven" Kinsey to the program to talk about his startup. Jamil also uses the trials and tribulations of his new brewery, Heretic, as a launching point. Learn how to open a brewery along with them!

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Brew Strong: Live Q and A 04-18-11 Apr 18, 2011

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer answer more of your questions in another Q and A show on Brew Strong. They take listener questions from the chat and e-mail to open the lines of communication and let all topics fly and get your homebrew, craft brew and beer related questions answered.

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Brew Strong: CBC 2011 04-04-11 Apr 04, 2011

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer discuss the 2011 Craft Brewers Conference in San Francisco. A Brew Strong first, this show covers the technical aspects of the conference and what Jamil and John learned at the many seminars for pro brewers. Listen in and learn along with the Brew Strong team if you missed this years CBC.

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Brew Strong: Entering Competitions 03-21-11 Mar 21, 2011

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong Jamil and John Palmer talk about brewing for competitions. From why to enter, to how to succeed as a competition brewer, you'll hear the techniques that Jamil has used to become one of the most successful competition homebrewers in history.

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Brew Strong: Live Q and A 03-07-11 Mar 07, 2011

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer answer more of your questions in another Q and A show on Brew Strong. They take listener questions from the chat and e-mail to open the lines of communication and let all topics fly and get your homebrew, craft brew and beer related questions answered.

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Brew Strong: Live Q and A 02-21-11 Feb 21, 2011

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer answer more of your questions in another Q and A show on Brew Strong. They take listener questions from the chat and e-mail to open the lines of communication and let all topics fly and get your homebrew, craft brew and beer related questions answered.

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Brew Strong: Hops and Water Revisit 02-07-11 Feb 07, 2011

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong Jamil and John revisit listener questions on the topics of hop utilization and some updates to John Palmer's water sheet. Both of these topics have been covered separately in other shows and are elaborated upon here to offer more insight into the technical side of these often misunderstood topics.

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Brew Strong: Live Q and A 01-24-11 Jan 24, 2011

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer answer more of your questions in another Q and A show on Brew Strong. They take listener questions from the chat and e-mail to open the lines of communication and let all topics fly and get your homebrew, craft brew and beer related questions answered.

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Brew Strong: Live Q and A 01-10-11 Jan 10, 2011

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer are back with another popular Q and A show on Brew Strong. They take listener questions from the chat and e-mail to open the lines of communication and let all topics fly and get your homebrew, craft brew and beer related questions answered.

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Brew Strong: Live Q and A 12-27-10 Dec 27, 2010

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer are back with another popular Q and A show on Brew Strong. They take listener questions from the chat and e-mail to open the lines of communication and let all topics fly and get your homebrew, craft brew and beer related questions answered.

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Brew Strong: Live Q and A 12-13-10 Dec 13, 2010

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer are back with another popular Q and A show on Brew Strong. They take listener questions from the chat and e-mail to open the lines of communication and let all topics fly and get your homebrew, craft brew and beer related questions answered.

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Brew Strong: Kit Beer 11-29-10 Nov 29, 2010

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong Jamil and John Palmer cover the often shunned kit beer homebrew kits. After Jamil's travels to Australia Jamil tried brewing a fresh kit beer he picked up and found it to be a great way to brew good beer quickly, even surprising himself at the quality of the kit ingredients. Tune in and find out Jamil's tips for hombrewing great kit beer.

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Brew Strong: Best of BS 11-15-10 Nov 15, 2010

Homebrewing beer. This week on Brew Strong we go back through a few of the most popular topics from the shows and pick out the gems. Jamil hosts and adds commentary, as well as an all new Q and A segment from the email at the end. Learn about fermentation temps, yeast re-pitching and the boil, all in short form, on this best-of Brew Strong!

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Brew Strong: Live Q and A 11-01-10 Nov 01, 2010

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer are back with another popular Q and A show on Brew Strong. They take listener questions from the chat and e-mail to open the lines of communication and let all topics fly and get your homebrew, craft brew and beer related questions answered.

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Brew Strong: Session Beers 10-18-10 Oct 18, 2010

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong Jamil and John Palmer talk about brewing session beers. Session beers are lower gravity beers that result in a lower alcohol content when fermented out. This episode talks about how to get full flavored beer, while keeping those gravities low. Learn about recipe, mashing and fermentation techniques that will help you get the most out of your low gravity homebrew and craft beer.

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Brew Strong: Adjuncts 10-04-10 Oct 04, 2010

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer talk about the use of adjuncts in brewing. What are adjuncts and when and why are they beneficial to your brewing. They discuss the many different adjuncts that can be used and techniques for getting your recipes and brew day down pat. From craft beer to macro beer, everyone uses them. Learn how with Brew Strong: Adjuncts.

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Brew Strong: Live Q and A 09-20-10 Sep 20, 2010

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer are back with another popular Q and A show on Brew Strong. They take listener questions from the chat and e-mail to open the lines of communication and let all topics fly and get your homebrew, craft brew and beer related questions answered.

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Brew Strong: Brew in a Bag 09-06-10 Sep 06, 2010

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong Jamil and John Palmer cover the "Brew in a Bag" method of homebrewing. While travelling through Australia and New Zealand Jamil gathered interviews for The Brewing Network. This show contains an interview with two Melbourne brewers explaining the brew in a bag process and how it works for them. Tune in and learn to shave time and equipment off your brewing process while still producing a wonderful craft beer.

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Brew Strong: High Gravity 4 08-23-10 Aug 23, 2010

Homebrewing beer. In this 4th and final episode in our high gravity brewing series, Jamil and John Palmer cover fermentation and aging of high gravity beers. Also, with the help of Tasty McDole, the crew covers how to brew high gravity beers that can be diluted to make every day drinkers from the same batch to really stretch you brewing capacity to its fullest.

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Brew Strong: Live Q and A 08-09-10 Aug 09, 2010

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer are back with another popular Q and A show on Brew Strong. They take listener questions from the chat and e-mail to open the lines of communication and let all topics fly and get your homebrew, craft brew and beer related questions answered.

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Brew Strong: High Gravity 3 07-26-10 Jul 26, 2010

Homebrewing beer. In part 3 of 4 episodes on high gravity brewing, Jamil and John Palmer cover high gravity wort. This episode covers everything from the time you get your wort in the kettle, all the way down to cooling. Learn the important steps to producing a high quality wort for your high gravity homebrew.

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Brew Strong: Live From NHC 06-19-10 Jul 05, 2010

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong Jamil and John Palmer are live at the 2010 National Homebrewers Conference in St. Paul Minnesota. Joining them on the program is German brewing techniques advocate (and native German as well) Kai Troester to talk about his methods of brewing beer. There is also an extensive Q and A session at the end of the program where all three home brew experts take questions from the live audience. It's a good sample of the NHC experience and a great Brew Strong.

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Brew Strong: Live Q and A 06-28-10 Jun 28, 2010

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer are back with another popular Q and A show on Brew Strong. They take listener questions from the chat and e-mail to open the lines of communication and let all topics fly and get your homebrew, craft brew and beer related questions answered.

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Brew Strong: High Gravity 2 06-14-10 Jun 14, 2010

Homebrewing beer. In the 2nd Brew Strong episode on high gravity brewing, Jamil and John continue their discussion on fermentability and talk about controlling it in an all-grain brewing scenario. Learn more about high gravity beer and dial in your big homebrew here!

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Brew Strong: High Gravity 1 05-31-10 May 31, 2010

Homebrewing beer. In this first episode of a 2 part series of Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer cover high gravity brewing. This first episode gets us started understanding what high gravity means and how it affects your brew process, what changes you may need to make and more. Tune in and learn to make that big beer you've been craving!

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Brew Strong: Live Q and A 05-17-10 May 17, 2010

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer are back with another popular Q and A show on Brew Strong. They take listener questions from the chat and e-mail to open the lines of communication and let all topics fly and get your homebrew, craft brew and beer related questions answered.

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Brew Strong: Packaging 3 - Counter Pressure Filling 05-03-10 May 03, 2010

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong Jamil and John Palmer talk about counter pressure bottle filling in the 3rd part of their packaging series. Brewing equipment engineer John Blichmann joins the program to help and talk about his Beer Gun.

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Brew Strong: Packaging 2 - Kegging 04-19-10 Apr 19, 2010

Homebrewing beer. In this second Brew Strong episode of the packaging series, Jamil and John Palmer cover properly kegging your homebrew. As well as discussing a little about bottling and carbonation for the first show, this show gives you everything you need to know to safely and cleanly transfer your precious beer from fermentor to keg. Find out about secondary, clarity, carbonation and more!

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Brew Strong: Live Q and A 04-05-10 Apr 12, 2010

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer are back with another popular Q and A show on Brew Strong. They take listener questions from the chat and e-mail to open the lines of communication and let all topics fly and get your homebrew, craft brew and beer related questions answered.

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Brew Strong: Bottling and Kegging 03-22-10 Mar 22, 2010

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong Jamil and John Palmer cover bottling and kegging your homebrew. Homebrewing great beer can easily be ruined by poor packaging processes. Here, Jamil and John discuss the things you need to know to get you started in the right direction. From sanitation to CO2, this show will get you on track!

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Brew Strong: Yeast Library 03-08-10 Mar 08, 2010

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong Jamil and John Palmer cover building and storing your own yeast library. Learn how to select, culture, and store yeast long term and hot to start propagation from your library.

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Brew Strong: Live Q and A 02-22-10 Feb 22, 2010

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer are back with another popular Q and A show on Brew Strong. They take listener questions from the chat and e-mail to open the lines of communication and let all topics fly and get your homebrew, craft brew and beer related questions answered.

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Brew Strong: Milling Grain 02-08-10 Feb 15, 2010

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong Jamil and John Palmer cover the intricacies of milling grain. Find out about how a course crush compares to a fine crush and what results you can expect to find in your mash tun. They are also joined by Mike "Tasty" McDole and grain expert Bob Hansen from Breiss Malting.

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Brew Strong: The Boil 01-25-10 Jan 25, 2010

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong Jamil and John Palmer discuss boil chemistry in your brewing process. Homebrew equipment engineer John Blichmann joins the show to talk about burners and various equipment available and craft brewer Jeremy Raub of the new Eagle Rock Brewery talks about how the boil affects different aspects of his beer. Learn about what takes place in the boil and how to maximize your results with this Brew Strong.

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Brew Strong: Live Q and A 01-11-10 Jan 11, 2010

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer are back with another popular Q and A show on Brew Strong. They take listener questions from the chat and e-mail to open the lines of communication and let all topics fly and get your homebrew, craft brew and beer related questions answered.

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Brew Strong: Wort Aeration 12-28-09 Dec 28, 2009

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John cover aeration techniques, myths and methods along with special guest Jason Petros. The crew covers pure O2 use vs. aquarium pump style aeration, shake methods and even yeast that claim to require no aeration. Tune in and find out what you need to properly oxygenate your homebrew and yeast starters.

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Brew Strong: Hop Calculation 12-14-09 Dec 16, 2009

Homebrewing beer. In the episode of Brew Strong Jamil and John welcome Glenn Tinseth, creator of the Tinseth Method, to discuss the various ways of calculating hop utilization in your homebrew and craft beer. Glenn discusses how your beer can benefit from a consistent method of calculation, as well as the challenges craft brewers and homebrewers face when calculating IBU's and hop utilization.

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Brew Strong: Q and A with Dr. Bamforth 11-30-09 Dec 03, 2009

Homebrewing beer. On this episode of Brew Strong Dr. Charles Bamforth joins Jamil and John to answer listener questions in an open format show that lets homebrewers ask their own questions to one of the greatest minds in brewing. Dr. Bamforth is a leading beer scholar who's knowledge of craft beer and brewing science is virtually unparalleled.

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Brew Strong: Beer Color 11-16-09 Nov 16, 2009

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong Jamil and John welcome beer color expert A.J. DeLange to the program to discuss the true complexity of evaluating the color of beer in your brewing process. A.J. presents a new method of accurately measuring and evaluating the color of your homebrew and craft beer. It's not a simple as you might think.

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Brew Strong: Beer Haze 11-02-09 Nov 02, 2009

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John weclome Dr. Charles Bamforth of the UC Davis Brewing Science Program to talk about the causes of beer haze and how to prevent it in your craft beer or home brew. Charlie has researched and written about the subject extensively and provids an overview here of what to look out for and what preventattive measures you can take when beer haze is not desired.

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Brew Strong: Mash Efficiency 10-19-09 Oct 19, 2009

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John talk about mash efficiency in your homebrew setup. Tune in and learn about the common misconceptions surrounding your brew system efficiency, how to get the best numbers for your beer, and why calculating your efficiency is so important in brewing.

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Brew Strong: Perfect Pour 10-05-09 Oct 06, 2009

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong Jamil and John Palmer talk about pouring that perfect pint of homebrew or craft beer. From line lengths to regulators and carbonation, the guys tell you everything you need to know to pour the perfect pint every time.

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Brew Strong: Fermentors 09-07-09 Sep 07, 2009

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John Palmer, along with special guest Jason "JP" Petros, cover fermentation vessels in this episode of Brew Strong. Hear the crew talk about conicals vs. carboys, glass vs. plastic, Better Bottle Fermentors, and more. Find out what vessel is right for you and what advantages and disadvantages each one has in this episode of Brew Strong!

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Brew Strong: NHC Q and A Archive 08-24-09 Aug 24, 2009

Homebrewing beer. We've had this one in the can a couple months and just to bring back all the excitement of the 2009 national Homebrewers Conference in Oakland, we thought it was time to release it. This is a live question and answer show that Jamil and John Palmer did from the hospitality suite at the conference. Festival attendees and listeners were able to ask the brewing questions they've always wanted answered from our two experts. It was a great and unique opportunity for our hosts to interact directly with their listeners. Tune in and see if your question was answered!

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Brew Strong: Yeast Washing 08-10-09 Aug 10, 2009

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong Jamil and John Palmer cover the process of cleaning/washing yeast for storage and reuse. Listen in as the experts cover the proper way to wash yeast so that every pitch is clean, healthy and viable.

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Brew Strong: Sparging 07-27-09 Jul 27, 2009

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong Jamil and John Palmer cover the science and process of sparging. This seemingly simple part of your brew day can affect every aspect of your final beer so knowing how and why you are doing it, and the different methods available to you, can make all the difference in your quest to brew the perfect beer.

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Brew Strong: Fermentation Temp Control 07-13-09 Jul 13, 2009

Homebrewing beer. On this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer talk about one of the most crucial aspects of your homebrewing: fermentation temperature control. Listen in as they discuss why it's important and the methods of controlling your temperature, from wet towels and fans to temp. controlled conicals and refrigeration, Brew Strong covers all the bases of temperature contol!

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Brew Strong: Decoction 06-29-09 Jun 29, 2009

Homebrewing beer. On this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer join forces with legendary homebrewer Denny Conn to help explain the process, use and results of decoction mashing your beer. Listen in as the guys explain this traditional method of mashing your grains to find out the how, why and when so you can add yet another tool to your brewing belt.

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Brew Strong: Lagering/Aging 06-15-09 Jun 15, 2009

Homebrewing beer. The practice of lagering beer is not as old as beer itself, but some, like the Germans, define it as the major turning point in beer quality. Good lagering techniques don't just help lager beers either, they can help all beers. Listen in as Jamil and John talk about the science behind lagering your beer and how you can benefit from doing it on this episode of Brew Storng.

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Brew Strong: Filtering 06-01-09 Jun 01, 2009

Homebrewing beer. On this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John Palmer, along with Tasty McDole, cover the process and finer points of filtering your beer. They discuss why you want to filter, and why you would not, what results you can expect, what changes take place, and how to do it on a homebrew scale.

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Brew Strong: Water Part IV 05-18-09 May 18, 2009

Homebrewing beer. By popular demand, Jamil and John Palmer do a follow up show to the water series to answer any left over questions and clear up any confusion on understanding the why, how, and when to adjust your brewing water. They leave no stone unturned as they go through listener e-mails and feedback to cover the topics most important to you. Calcium, carbonates, sulfates, alkalinity and more are covered.

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Brew Strong: Water Part III 05-04-09 May 04, 2009

Homebrewing beer. In this third part of the Brew Strong water series, Jamil and John Palmer cover adjusting your water to fit specific beer styles. After the first show taught why brewing water is important, and the second taught how to adjust it, this third episode puts that knowledge to work applying it to beer styles.

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Brew Strong: Water Part II 04-20-09 Apr 20, 2009

Homebrewing beer. In this second episode of a three part water series, Jamil and John Palmer cover the basics about how to adjust your brewing water when necessary. They discuss the proper use of salts and minerals, specific beer style water profiles, how to evaluate your water for particular styles of beer, and much more. Don't touch your brew water before listening to these guys give you the lowdown.

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Brew Strong: Water Part I 04-12-09 Apr 14, 2009

Homebrewing beer. In this first episode of a three part water series, Jamil and John Palmer cover the basics about what is important about the water you use in brewing. Learn about the chemical compounds that can contribute to, enhance, or flaw your beer and when it is necessary for you to step in and alter your water and what you will be altering.

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Brew Strong: Repitching Yeast 03-23-09 Mar 23, 2009

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil Zainasheff and John Palmer cover repitching yeast. Tune in and find out about the proper care and handling of yeast in order to reuse healthy yeast in every batch. Topics include storage, length of time between pitches, proper care and storage of yeast and how to yield the safest and best results when repitching your yeast.

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Brew Strong: DMS 03-09-09 Mar 09, 2009

Homebrewing beer. Brew Strong is back this week covering DMS. Tune in and learn all about DMS production and how to control and manipulate it in your brewing.

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Brew Strong: Mouthfeel 02-23-09 Mar 09, 2009

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John palmer cover all aspects of mouthfeel in your beer. Learn how to manipulate malt and mash temperatures, as well as ingredients, pH and carbonation to gain the desired results in the style of beer you want to brew.

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Brew Strong: Carbonation 02-09-09 Feb 09, 2009

Homebrewing beer. On this episode of Brew Strong Jamil and John Palmer cover the proper carbonation of your beer. Covering everything from carbonation techniques to creating and maintaining proper carbonation levels for different beer styles, this episode covers everything you need to know to get proper carbonation in your brews every time.

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Brew Strong: HSA 01-26-09 Jan 26, 2009

Homebrewing beer. In the episode of Brew Strong, Jamil and John welcome head of the Brewing Science program at UC Davis, Dr. Charles Bamforth to the show to help explain and cover hot side aeration. Dr Bamforth explains some of the myths and legends surrounding the controversial topic and instructs brewers on how to deal with HSA based on his own extensive research. This show should not be missed by homebrewers and professionals alike!

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Brew Strong: Sanitation 01-05-09 Jan 05, 2009

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong Jamil and John Palmer cover the all important processes of sanitation in brewing. To help clarify all the techniques and chemicals that can be used, Jon Herskovits of Five Star Chemicals joins the program.

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Brew Strong: Yeast Starters 12-22-08 Jan 02, 2009

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong Jamil and John Palmer cover making proper yeast starters to help you ferment the best beer possible. BN resident expert Dr. Scott joins in to use his starter making process as an example. If you've been looking for step by step instructions and reasons why you should be making a yeast starter like the pro's, then this is your show!

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Brew Strong: Dry Hopping 12-08-08 Dec 08, 2008

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong Jamil, John Palmer, and Mike "Tasty" McDole cover all aspects of dry hopping your beer to get the best results. Tasty is known for getting rich, strong and tasty hop aroma and character in his beers and lends his expertise to the program.

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Brew Strong: Malt Analysis 11-24-08 Nov 24, 2008

Homebrewing beer. On this episode of Brew Strong Jamil Zainasheff and John Palmer cover malt analysis along with special guest Bob Hansen from Briess Malt and Ingredients Company. Bob proves to be a great guest with so much information to lend that the crew goes overtime covering all the topics.

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Brew Strong: Cleaning 11-10-08 Nov 10, 2008

Homebrewing beer. On this episode of Brew Strong Jamil and John Palmer cover properly cleaning your brewing equipment. To help tackle the topic, Jon Herskovits of Five Star Chemicals joins the discussion to add insight about the right chemicals for the right job and how they affect your brewing, equipment and the environment.

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Brew Strong: Enzymes 10-13-08 Oct 27, 2008

Homebrewing beer. In this episode of Brew Strong Jamil and John Palmer explain enzymes and their purpose and effects in brewing. Along with the Brew Strong crew is special guest host Colin Kaminski from Downtown Joe's in Napa, CA.

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Brew Strong: Metals that Affect Your Beer 9-29-08 Sep 29, 2008

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John cover metals that affect your beer, along with guest host Colin Kaminski

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Brew Strong: Wood Aging 9-15-08 Sep 15, 2008

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John cover wood aging your beer, along with guest host Jason "JP" Petros

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Brew Strong: Head Retention 9-01-08 Sep 01, 2008

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John cover head retention in your beer, along with guest host Mike "Tasty" Mcdole

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Brew Strong: Attenuation 8-18-08 Aug 04, 2008

Homebrewing beer. Jamil and John cover yeast attenuation in beer along with guest host Jason Petros and a featured appearance from Chris White of White Labs Yeast Co.

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Brew Strong: Melanoidins 8-4-08 Aug 04, 2008

Homebrewing beer. Brew Stong's premier on The Brewing Network features host's Jamil Zainasheff and John Palmer covering melanoidins in beer; what are they and why do we want them in our beer. Along with guest host Mike "Tasty" McDole, Brew Strong gives all you need to know about why you have melanoidins in beer, and why you want them.

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