On this list, you'll find the equipment I recommend to everyone who wants to start homebrewing. When I first started out I spent money on more than I needed and some equipment turned out to be...

Gravity readings are a simple yet powerful tool for every homebrewer whether they are brewing beer, mead, ciders, wine or you name it. Although it's possible to brew without having a clue what...

The ability to drop temperature is important for fermentation, but it's also important to cold condition and store, or chill the brew to the optimal temperature before drinking. While the standard...

A high bitterness is desired in bitter beer styles such as IPAs, but the bitterness is not appreciated in every beer style. If you finished fermenting and took a sample just to find out that the...

Sulfur has a strong scent resembling rotten eggs and is not a desired compound in any homebrew beer. If your fermenting beer gives off an obvious sulfuric scent it's a normal sign of fermentation...

Plastic fermenters are the best choice for beginner homebrewers because they are inexpensive, but they have their downsides such as absorbing odor from ingredients like yeast, and hops. After...