Brewing Beer

• Boil: The process of boiling the wort for a certain period of time, usually 60 to 90 minutes.
• Fermentation: The process of converting the sugars in the wort into alcohol and carbon dioxide by the action of yeast.
• Gravity: A measure of the density or concentration of sugars in the wort or beer.
• Hops: The cone-like flowers of the hop plant that are used to add bitterness, flavor, and aroma to beer.
• Mash: The process of mixing crushed malted grains with hot water to extract the sugars and other components.
• Pitching: The process of adding yeast to the wort to start fermentation.
• Sparge: The process of rinsing the mash with hot water to collect the remaining sugars and wort.
• Wort: The liquid that is produced by mashing and boiling the malted grains.

Visit a local small distillery. Learn about the brewing process, get tips and advice, and make some connections for your beer brewing journey.

When you feel ready, buy a starter kit. It is a practical and cheap way to check if you enjoy brewing beer.

• Home-brewing: top tips from an expert | BBC Good Food
• The Advantages of Home Brewed Beer | BeerSmith
• The Benefits of Homebrewing over Buying Beer | MoreBeer

Science of Beer

• The science of better beer | Knowable Magazine

History of Beer

• The Hymn to Ninkasi, Goddess of Beer – World History Encyclopedia

• BeerCraftr’s Home Brewing Resources
• Brew Your Own
• Brewer’s Friend | Homebrew Beer Recipes, Calculators & Forum
• Craft Beer & Brewing | Craft Beer & Brewing
• Home Brewing Beer Blog by BeerSmith – Making Beer at Home
• Homebrew Talk – Beer, Wine, Mead, & Cider Brewing Discussion Forum
• MoreBeer – Beer Making Kits and Home Brewing Supplies
• The Community for Homebrewers | Homebrewers Association

• Beer 101 Course | Beer Courses | Beer Lessons | CraftBeer.com
• Brew Your First Beer at Home | BeerCraftr
• Craft Beer & Brewing Video Courses | Craft Beer & Brewing
• How to Make Beer – American Homebrewers Association
• Learn How To Brew Beer At Home In 5 Easy Steps | Udemy

• Homebrewing groups | Meetup
• Micro Brewed Beer groups | Meetup
• Micro-Breweries Near You

• Start with a simple and proven recipe that matches your taste and skill level. You can find many recipes online or in books, or you can buy a ready-made kit that includes all the ingredients and instructions.
• Invest in some quality equipment that suits your budget and space. You don’t need a lot of fancy gadgets to brew beer, but you do need some basic items such as a brew pot, a fermenter, a siphon, a thermometer, a hydrometer, and a sanitizer. You can also upgrade or add more equipment as you progress and experiment.
• Follow the instructions carefully and pay attention to the details. Brewing beer is both an art and a science, and it requires some precision and patience. Make sure you measure your ingredients accurately, sanitize your equipment thoroughly, control your temperature and time consistently, and record your process and results diligently.
• Learn from your mistakes and keep improving. Brewing beer is a rewarding and enjoyable hobby, but it can also be challenging and frustrating at times. Don’t be discouraged by failures or flaws, but use them as opportunities to learn and improve. Seek feedback from other brewers, read books and articles, watch videos and podcasts, and join clubs and forums to expand your knowledge and skills.
• Have fun and share your beer with others. Brewing beer is not only a hobby, but also a passion and a lifestyle. Enjoy the process of creating something that you and others can enjoy. Share your beer with your friends, family, and fellow brewers, and celebrate your achievements and discoveries.