Homebrew Happy Hour

This is the show where we take YOUR questions about homebrew and craft beer as well as interview fellow homebrewers and industry professionals! If you have a question that you'd like for us to discuss on a future episode, please call our hotline @ 325-305-6017 and leave a voicemail message after the beep. More info and resources can be found at www.HomebrewHappyHour.com

Did I Ruin My Beer? + Extract Wars & Kettle Sizing! 07/17/2026

Did I Ruin My Beer? + Extract Wars & Kettle Sizing! Happy Friday, my friend! Who else has been watching this wild World Cup? I might be in the minority here, but I'm pumped for the finals this weekend. Let's go, Argentina! ANYWAY Thank you so much for tuning into the ... THE home brew #podcast where we answer all of your home brewing questions and discuss anything related to craft beer! For this, my 485th episode, I'm excited to have Ms. Lorena Evans on as my guest host. Spoiler (and let me know in the comments below if you even read this far) - I'm about to make Lorena my full time co-host!!! I'll talk about it on a future episode but I think I've sealed the deal. More info to come! A NOT SO SUBTLE REMINDER: If you appreciate the things we do here at Homebrew Happy Hour, consider joining our Trub Club! -- On Today's Show: Did I Ruin My Beer? + Extract Wars & Kettle Sizing! | Episode 485 00:00:00 - 00:12:01 Patreon & Small Talk 00:12:02 - 00:28:44 Pressure Fermentation 00:28:25 - 00:44:34 Salting Tap Water 00:44:35 - 01:05:46 To Sparge or Not to Sparge Links for this episode: CellarScience Instant Water: CellarScience Premium Dry Yeast: FLOTit 2.0: We want to hear from you! If you have a question that you’d like us to discuss on a future episode, please at the top of our website or you can now call in your questions via our questions hotline @ 325-305-6107 and leave your message after the beep. Let us know what you think and enjoy the show! cheers, joshua ----------------------- Thank you to our show’s sponsor, ! Family owned and operated, provides a wide variety of hop selection and ships directly to your door. Learn more by visiting -------------------------- CellarScience offers premium dry yeast that delivers higher cell counts than typical liquid pitches, meaning you get a stronger, healthier fermentation without the hassle. The best part? You can Direct Pitch right into your wort—no starters, no waiting, just brewing. Whether you need their new 'WEST COAST' strain for a classic American IPA, or 'JUNGLE' for massive fruity esters, they’ve got your next batch covered. Join a recipe receiving tier of our Trub Club today because every kit that ships out now includes premium CellarScience Yeast, join at -------------------------- Real innovation in base malt doesn't come around often. But as the world’s largest producer of specialty malt, Viking is changing the game. Sourced strictly from local farmers in Northern Europe—where harsh winters naturally reduce the need for chemical pesticides—Viking delivers pristine, non-GMO barley that consistently wins gold medals at major pro and homebrew competitions. Because of direct importing, you get access to this exact same pro-level quality at a price that easily competes with standard, cheaper domestic malts. Join a recipe receiving tier of our Trub Club today because every kit that ships out now includes premium Viking Malt, join at -------------------------- This episode is brought to you by ! Brewing beer at home isn’t just about the ingredients, it’s about precision. And that’s where comes in. Whether you’re dialing in your very first recipe or perfecting your hundredth, gives you the tools to brew with confidence. Their recipe builder, mash calculators, and water profile database helps take the guesswork out of the process so you can focus on what matters: making great beer! Plus, isn’t just software, it’s a community of passionate homebrewers, sharing recipes, tips, and feedback. It’s like having a brew club in your pocket! Head over to today and take your homebrewing to the next level. ! That’s ...because better brewing starts with better tools! Click here to use our link: -------------------------- Reminder that these episodes are ultimately made possible because of YOUR support. Consider becoming a member of our and receive perks such as merch, exclusive group access and content, recipes, and some tiers even get monthly recipe kits mailed to you! #homebrewing #homebrewers #craftbeer #beer #brewing #craftbrew #kolsch #webcast #show /episode/index/show/homebrewhappyhour/id/42127605

Inside Atlanta's Premier Brew Shop with Joshua Lord 07/10/2026

Inside Atlanta's Premier Brew Shop with Joshua Lord When you start homebrewing, it usually begins with a specific obsession. For this week's guest, that obsession was a total lack of great, accessible Saisons in his local market, so he did what any passionate brewer would do: he eventually bought the whole homebrew supply shop! I am so delighted to sit down with Joshua Lord, the owner and brewer at . We're diving deep into his journey from passionate hobbyist to taking the reins of a premier brick-and-mortar hub, and discussing exactly how he's working to lower the barrier of entry for new brewers while helping us all get closer to our raw ingredients. Thank you so much for tuning into the ... THE home brew #podcast where we answer all of your home brewing questions and discuss anything related to craft beer! A NOT SO SUBTLE REMINDER: If you appreciate the things we do here at Homebrew Happy Hour, consider joining our Trub Club! -- On Today's Show: Inside Atlanta's Premier Brew Shop with Joshua Lord Links for this episode: The Brew Depot: Brew Unfiltered Wheat: We want to hear from you! If you have a question that you’d like us to discuss on a future episode, please at the top of our website or you can now call in your questions via our questions hotline @ 325-305-6107 and leave your message after the beep. Let us know what you think and enjoy the show! cheers, joshua ----------------------- Thank you to our show’s sponsor, ! Family owned and operated, provides a wide variety of hop selection and ships directly to your door. Learn more by visiting -------------------------- CellarScience offers premium dry yeast that delivers higher cell counts than typical liquid pitches, meaning you get a stronger, healthier fermentation without the hassle. The best part? You can Direct Pitch right into your wort—no starters, no waiting, just brewing. Whether you need their new 'WEST COAST' strain for a classic American IPA, or 'JUNGLE' for massive fruity esters, they’ve got your next batch covered. Join a recipe receiving tier of our Trub Club today because every kit that ships out now includes premium CellarScience Yeast, join at -------------------------- Real innovation in base malt doesn't come around often. But as the world’s largest producer of specialty malt, Viking is changing the game. Sourced strictly from local farmers in Northern Europe—where harsh winters naturally reduce the need for chemical pesticides—Viking delivers pristine, non-GMO barley that consistently wins gold medals at major pro and homebrew competitions. Because of direct importing, you get access to this exact same pro-level quality at a price that easily competes with standard, cheaper domestic malts. Join a recipe receiving tier of our Trub Club today because every kit that ships out now includes premium Viking Malt, join at -------------------------- This episode is brought to you by ! Brewing beer at home isn’t just about the ingredients, it’s about precision. And that’s where comes in. Whether you’re dialing in your very first recipe or perfecting your hundredth, gives you the tools to brew with confidence. Their recipe builder, mash calculators, and water profile database helps take the guesswork out of the process so you can focus on what matters: making great beer! Plus, isn’t just software, it’s a community of passionate homebrewers, sharing recipes, tips, and feedback. It’s like having a brew club in your pocket! Head over to today and take your homebrewing to the next level. ! That’s ...because better brewing starts with better tools! Click here to use our link: -------------------------- Reminder that these episodes are ultimately made possible because of YOUR support. Consider becoming a member of our and receive perks such as merch, exclusive group access and content, recipes, and some tiers even get monthly recipe kits mailed to you! #homebrewing #homebrewers #craftbeer #beer #brewing #craftbrew #kolsch #webcast #show /episode/index/show/homebrewhappyhour/id/42035435

How to Clone Boulevard Unfiltered Wheat Beer with Adam Hall 07/03/2026

How to Clone Boulevard Unfiltered Wheat Beer with Adam Hall Y'all - the streak of bad luck has been broken! To catch you up to speed, in case you don't know what I'm referring to... I started off 2026 with a goal to offer premium clones of OG craft beer legends for our AND also nab interviews with the people and/or the brewers behind those legends. In January, we brewed a Shiner Bock and interviewed Shiner brewmaster, Greg Hybner. In February, we brewed a Real Ale Fireman's 4 clone and spoke with their founder, Brad Farbstein. Then, in March, I felt like the king of podcasting because I got an interview with Russian River living legend, Vinnie Cilurzo. I was on top of the world... and then... Boston Beer big timed me. Then, Sierra Nevada ghosted me. But that ends today because the good people at Boulevard Brewing stepped up and sent their best to be a guest on this week's show. I am so delighted to sit down with Adam Hall, the brand manager for Boulevard, to discuss the history of Boulevard Brewing and, specifically, what makes Unfiltered Wheat so special. Thank you so much for tuning into the ... THE home brew #podcast where we answer all of your home brewing questions and discuss anything related to craft beer! A NOT SO SUBTLE REMINDER: If you appreciate the things we do here at Homebrew Happy Hour, consider joining our Trub Club! -- On Today's Show: How to Clone Boulevard Unfiltered Wheat Beer with Adam Hall Links for this episode: Boulevard Brewing Co: Brew Unfiltered Wheat: We want to hear from you! If you have a question that you’d like us to discuss on a future episode, please at the top of our website or you can now call in your questions via our questions hotline @ 325-305-6107 and leave your message after the beep. Let us know what you think and enjoy the show! cheers, joshua ----------------------- Thank you to our show’s sponsor, ! Family owned and operated, provides a wide variety of hop selection and ships directly to your door. Learn more by visiting -------------------------- CellarScience offers premium dry yeast that delivers higher cell counts than typical liquid pitches, meaning you get a stronger, healthier fermentation without the hassle. The best part? You can Direct Pitch right into your wort—no starters, no waiting, just brewing. Whether you need their new 'WEST COAST' strain for a classic American IPA, or 'JUNGLE' for massive fruity esters, they’ve got your next batch covered. Join a recipe receiving tier of our Trub Club today because every kit that ships out now includes premium CellarScience Yeast, join at -------------------------- Real innovation in base malt doesn't come around often. But as the world’s largest producer of specialty malt, Viking is changing the game. Sourced strictly from local farmers in Northern Europe—where harsh winters naturally reduce the need for chemical pesticides—Viking delivers pristine, non-GMO barley that consistently wins gold medals at major pro and homebrew competitions. Because of direct importing, you get access to this exact same pro-level quality at a price that easily competes with standard, cheaper domestic malts. Join a recipe receiving tier of our Trub Club today because every kit that ships out now includes premium Viking Malt, join at -------------------------- This episode is brought to you by ! Brewing beer at home isn’t just about the ingredients, it’s about precision. And that’s where comes in. Whether you’re dialing in your very first recipe or perfecting your hundredth, gives you the tools to brew with confidence. Their recipe builder, mash calculators, and water profile database helps take the guesswork out of the process so you can focus on what matters: making great beer! Plus, isn’t just software, it’s a community of passionate homebrewers, sharing recipes, tips, and feedback. It’s like having a brew club in your pocket! Head over to today and take your homebrewing to the next level. ! That’s ...because better brewing starts with better tools! Click here to use our link: -------------------------- Reminder that these episodes are ultimately made possible because of YOUR support. Consider becoming a member of our and receive perks such as merch, exclusive group access and content, recipes, and some tiers even get monthly recipe kits mailed to you! #homebrewing #homebrewers #craftbeer #beer #brewing #craftbrew #kolsch #webcast #show /episode/index/show/homebrewhappyhour/id/41952030

Hop Extracts for Dry Hopping, Lager Yeast Kölsch, & Solving Low OG Problems 06/26/2026

Hop Extracts for Dry Hopping, Lager Yeast Kölsch, & Solving Low OG Problems Two episodes in one week?! Woohoo! Well, it's mostly because I failed to put an episode out last week and I did, legit, feel bad about that. ICYMI - my Pop and I were at #HomebrewCon last week and discussed our thoughts on that trip here: Thank you so much for tuning into the ... THE home brew #podcast where we answer all of your home brewing questions and discuss anything related to craft beer! A NOT SO SUBTLE REMINDER: If you appreciate the things we do here at Homebrew Happy Hour, consider joining our Trub Club! -- On Today's Show: Hop Extracts for Dry Hopping, Lager Yeast Kölsch, & Solving Low OG Problems Links for this episode: CellarScience Instant Water: CellarScience Premium Dry Yeast: FLOTit 2.0: We want to hear from you! If you have a question that you’d like us to discuss on a future episode, please at the top of our website or you can now call in your questions via our questions hotline @ 325-305-6107 and leave your message after the beep. Let us know what you think and enjoy the show! cheers, joshua ----------------------- Thank you to our show’s sponsor, ! Family owned and operated, provides a wide variety of hop selection and ships directly to your door. Learn more by visiting -------------------------- CellarScience offers premium dry yeast that delivers higher cell counts than typical liquid pitches, meaning you get a stronger, healthier fermentation without the hassle. The best part? You can Direct Pitch right into your wort—no starters, no waiting, just brewing. Whether you need their new 'WEST COAST' strain for a classic American IPA, or 'JUNGLE' for massive fruity esters, they’ve got your next batch covered. Join a recipe receiving tier of our Trub Club today because every kit that ships out now includes premium CellarScience Yeast, join at -------------------------- Real innovation in base malt doesn't come around often. But as the world’s largest producer of specialty malt, Viking is changing the game. Sourced strictly from local farmers in Northern Europe—where harsh winters naturally reduce the need for chemical pesticides—Viking delivers pristine, non-GMO barley that consistently wins gold medals at major pro and homebrew competitions. Because of direct importing, you get access to this exact same pro-level quality at a price that easily competes with standard, cheaper domestic malts. Join a recipe receiving tier of our Trub Club today because every kit that ships out now includes premium Viking Malt, join at -------------------------- This episode is brought to you by ! Brewing beer at home isn’t just about the ingredients, it’s about precision. And that’s where comes in. Whether you’re dialing in your very first recipe or perfecting your hundredth, gives you the tools to brew with confidence. Their recipe builder, mash calculators, and water profile database helps take the guesswork out of the process so you can focus on what matters: making great beer! Plus, isn’t just software, it’s a community of passionate homebrewers, sharing recipes, tips, and feedback. It’s like having a brew club in your pocket! Head over to today and take your homebrewing to the next level. ! That’s ...because better brewing starts with better tools! Click here to use our link: -------------------------- Reminder that these episodes are ultimately made possible because of YOUR support. Consider becoming a member of our and receive perks such as merch, exclusive group access and content, recipes, and some tiers even get monthly recipe kits mailed to you! #homebrewing #homebrewers #craftbeer #beer #brewing #craftbrew #kolsch #webcast #show /episode/index/show/homebrewhappyhour/id/41809405

Our Trip to #HomebrewCon 2026 in Asheville, NC 06/25/2026

Our Trip to #HomebrewCon 2026 in Asheville, NC My Pop and I had the best trip ever this past week as we left Austin, Texas, flew into Nashville, and road tripped it out to Asheville via the beautiful Smokey Mountains so we could attend #HomebrewCon 2026. In today's episode, we recap the entire trip. If you're only interested in our thoughts on the conference, use the timestamp below! Otherwise... Thank you so much for tuning into the ... THE home brew #podcast where we answer all of your home brewing questions and discuss anything related to craft beer! A NOT SO SUBTLE REMINDER: If you appreciate the things we do here at Homebrew Happy Hour, consider joining our Trub Club! -- On Today's Show: Our Trip to #HomebrewCon 2026 in Asheville, NC Skip to us actually talking about HomebrewCon 00:21:29 minute mark Links for this episode: DIY SITY Youtube Channel: The BruSho YouTube Channel: Golden Hive Mead YouTube Channel: Cityscape Brewing YouTube Channel: AHA's Website: We want to hear from you! If you have a question that you’d like us to discuss on a future episode, please at the top of our website or you can now call in your questions via our questions hotline @ 325-305-6107 and leave your message after the beep. Let us know what you think and enjoy the show! cheers, joshua ----------------------- Thank you to our show’s sponsor, ! Family owned and operated, provides a wide variety of hop selection and ships directly to your door. Learn more by visiting -------------------------- CellarScience offers premium dry yeast that delivers higher cell counts than typical liquid pitches, meaning you get a stronger, healthier fermentation without the hassle. The best part? You can Direct Pitch right into your wort—no starters, no waiting, just brewing. Whether you need their new 'WEST COAST' strain for a classic American IPA, or 'JUNGLE' for massive fruity esters, they’ve got your next batch covered. Join a recipe receiving tier of our Trub Club today because every kit that ships out now includes premium CellarScience Yeast, join at -------------------------- Real innovation in base malt doesn't come around often. But as the world’s largest producer of specialty malt, Viking is changing the game. Sourced strictly from local farmers in Northern Europe—where harsh winters naturally reduce the need for chemical pesticides—Viking delivers pristine, non-GMO barley that consistently wins gold medals at major pro and homebrew competitions. Because of direct importing, you get access to this exact same pro-level quality at a price that easily competes with standard, cheaper domestic malts. Join a recipe receiving tier of our Trub Club today because every kit that ships out now includes premium Viking Malt, join at -------------------------- This episode is brought to you by ! Brewing beer at home isn’t just about the ingredients, it’s about precision. And that’s where comes in. Whether you’re dialing in your very first recipe or perfecting your hundredth, gives you the tools to brew with confidence. Their recipe builder, mash calculators, and water profile database helps take the guesswork out of the process so you can focus on what matters: making great beer! Plus, isn’t just software, it’s a community of passionate homebrewers, sharing recipes, tips, and feedback. It’s like having a brew club in your pocket! Head over to today and take your homebrewing to the next level. ! That’s ...because better brewing starts with better tools! Click here to use our link: -------------------------- Reminder that these episodes are ultimately made possible because of YOUR support. Consider becoming a member of our and receive perks such as merch, exclusive group access and content, recipes, and some tiers even get monthly recipe kits mailed to you! #homebrewing #homebrewers #craftbeer #beer #brewing #craftbrew #kolsch #webcast #show /episode/index/show/homebrewhappyhour/id/41807790

The Road to HomebrewCon 2026 in Asheville w/ Julia Herz 06/11/2026

The Road to HomebrewCon 2026 in Asheville w/ Julia Herz It's great to have Julia Herz from the American Homebrewers Association () back on the show this week to discuss the upcoming #HomebrewCon (NEXT WEEK, FYI, SO GO BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW). Personally, I have high expectations for this year's show because, well, my Pop and I are going to be there! If you're attending this year's event, please hit me up. We'd love to meet you in person and grab a beer (or two, or three). With all of that being said, thanks for coming back for another episode of our ... THE home brew #podcast where we answer all of your home brewing questions and discuss anything related to craft beer! A NOT SO SUBTLE REMINDER: If you appreciate the things we do here at Homebrew Happy Hour, consider joining our Trub Club! -- On Today's Show: The Road to HomebrewCon 2026 in Asheville w/ Julia Herz Links for this episode: CellarScience Instant Water: CellarScience Premium Dry Yeast: VIKING MALT: FLOTit 2.0: We want to hear from you! If you have a question that you’d like us to discuss on a future episode, please at the top of our website or you can now call in your questions via our questions hotline @ 325-305-6107 and leave your message after the beep. Let us know what you think and enjoy the show! cheers, joshua ----------------------- Thank you to our show’s sponsor, ! Family owned and operated, provides a wide variety of hop selection and ships directly to your door. Learn more by visiting -------------------------- CellarScience offers premium dry yeast that delivers higher cell counts than typical liquid pitches, meaning you get a stronger, healthier fermentation without the hassle. The best part? You can Direct Pitch right into your wort—no starters, no waiting, just brewing. Whether you need their new 'WEST COAST' strain for a classic American IPA, or 'JUNGLE' for massive fruity esters, they’ve got your next batch covered. Join a recipe receiving tier of our Trub Club today because every kit that ships out now includes premium CellarScience Yeast, join at -------------------------- Real innovation in base malt doesn't come around often. But as the world’s largest producer of specialty malt, Viking is changing the game. Sourced strictly from local farmers in Northern Europe—where harsh winters naturally reduce the need for chemical pesticides—Viking delivers pristine, non-GMO barley that consistently wins gold medals at major pro and homebrew competitions. Because of direct importing, you get access to this exact same pro-level quality at a price that easily competes with standard, cheaper domestic malts. Join a recipe receiving tier of our Trub Club today because every kit that ships out now includes premium Viking Malt, join at -------------------------- This episode is brought to you by ! Brewing beer at home isn’t just about the ingredients, it’s about precision. And that’s where comes in. Whether you’re dialing in your very first recipe or perfecting your hundredth, gives you the tools to brew with confidence. Their recipe builder, mash calculators, and water profile database helps take the guesswork out of the process so you can focus on what matters: making great beer! Plus, isn’t just software, it’s a community of passionate homebrewers, sharing recipes, tips, and feedback. It’s like having a brew club in your pocket! Head over to today and take your homebrewing to the next level. ! That’s ...because better brewing starts with better tools! Click here to use our link: -------------------------- Reminder that these episodes are ultimately made possible because of YOUR support. Consider becoming a member of our and receive perks such as merch, exclusive group access and content, recipes, and some tiers even get monthly recipe kits mailed to you! #homebrewing #homebrewers #craftbeer #beer #brewing #craftbrew #kolsch #webcast #show /episode/index/show/homebrewhappyhour/id/41611060

Do You REALLY Need Rice Hulls? | SRM, Growler Fills, & Draft Sparkling Water 06/05/2026

Do You REALLY Need Rice Hulls? | SRM, Growler Fills, & Draft Sparkling Water Better late than never, amirite? Apologies for the delay in publishing this but I'm thrilled to have my favorite homebrewer on the planet, Ms Lorena Evans, back on the show (via last minute request :) ) to help take your questions and, mostly, to participate in a variety of shenanigans with me. I always have the best time when she's around! Thank you so much for tuning into the ... THE home brew #podcast where we answer all of your home brewing questions and discuss anything related to craft beer! A NOT SO SUBTLE REMINDER: If you appreciate the things we do here at Homebrew Happy Hour, consider joining our Trub Club! -- On Today's Show: Do You REALLY Need Rice Hulls? | SRM, Growler Fills, & Draft Sparkling Water Links for this episode: CellarScience Instant Water: CellarScience Premium Dry Yeast: FLOTit 2.0: We want to hear from you! If you have a question that you’d like us to discuss on a future episode, please at the top of our website or you can now call in your questions via our questions hotline @ 325-305-6107 and leave your message after the beep. Let us know what you think and enjoy the show! cheers, joshua ----------------------- Thank you to our show’s sponsor, ! Family owned and operated, provides a wide variety of hop selection and ships directly to your door. Learn more by visiting -------------------------- CellarScience offers premium dry yeast that delivers higher cell counts than typical liquid pitches, meaning you get a stronger, healthier fermentation without the hassle. The best part? You can Direct Pitch right into your wort—no starters, no waiting, just brewing. Whether you need their new 'WEST COAST' strain for a classic American IPA, or 'JUNGLE' for massive fruity esters, they’ve got your next batch covered. Join a recipe receiving tier of our Trub Club today because every kit that ships out now includes premium CellarScience Yeast, join at -------------------------- Real innovation in base malt doesn't come around often. But as the world’s largest producer of specialty malt, Viking is changing the game. Sourced strictly from local farmers in Northern Europe—where harsh winters naturally reduce the need for chemical pesticides—Viking delivers pristine, non-GMO barley that consistently wins gold medals at major pro and homebrew competitions. Because of direct importing, you get access to this exact same pro-level quality at a price that easily competes with standard, cheaper domestic malts. Join a recipe receiving tier of our Trub Club today because every kit that ships out now includes premium Viking Malt, join at -------------------------- This episode is brought to you by ! Brewing beer at home isn’t just about the ingredients, it’s about precision. And that’s where comes in. Whether you’re dialing in your very first recipe or perfecting your hundredth, gives you the tools to brew with confidence. Their recipe builder, mash calculators, and water profile database helps take the guesswork out of the process so you can focus on what matters: making great beer! Plus, isn’t just software, it’s a community of passionate homebrewers, sharing recipes, tips, and feedback. It’s like having a brew club in your pocket! Head over to today and take your homebrewing to the next level. ! That’s ...because better brewing starts with better tools! Click here to use our link: -------------------------- Reminder that these episodes are ultimately made possible because of YOUR support. Consider becoming a member of our and receive perks such as merch, exclusive group access and content, recipes, and some tiers even get monthly recipe kits mailed to you! #homebrewing #homebrewers #craftbeer #beer #brewing #craftbrew #kolsch #webcast #show /episode/index/show/homebrewhappyhour/id/41553710

Is Pressure Fermentation Worth It? The Good, Bad, and the Potential Geysers! 05/28/2026

Is Pressure Fermentation Worth It? The Good, Bad, and the Potential Geysers! My buddy (and 2025 Homebrewer of the Year), Wayne Doucette, was kind enough to come on this week's episode and help me take YOUR questions. This week, we focused mostly on pressure fermentation and I had a real good time plus I learned a lot. Let me know in the comments below what you think! Thank you so much for tuning into the ... THE home brew #podcast where we answer all of your home brewing questions and discuss anything related to craft beer! A NOT SO SUBTLE REMINDER: If you appreciate the things we do here at Homebrew Happy Hour, consider joining our Trub Club! -- On Today's Show: Is Pressure Fermentation Worth It? The Good, Bad, and the Potential Geysers! 00:00:00 - 00:05:14 Patreon & Small Talk 00:05:15 - 00:30:24 Pressure Fermentation Intro 00:30:25 - 00:44:48 Dry Hopping IPAs Under Pressure 00:44:49 - 01:01:00 Yeast Health Under Pressure 01:01:01 - 01:23:07 Losing Natural Carbonation During Pressure Transfer Links for this episode: CellarScience Instant Water: CellarScience Premium Dry Yeast: FLOTit 2.0: We want to hear from you! If you have a question that you’d like us to discuss on a future episode, please at the top of our website or you can now call in your questions via our questions hotline @ 325-305-6107 and leave your message after the beep. Let us know what you think and enjoy the show! cheers, joshua ----------------------- Thank you to our show’s sponsor, ! Family owned and operated, provides a wide variety of hop selection and ships directly to your door. Learn more by visiting -------------------------- CellarScience offers premium dry yeast that delivers higher cell counts than typical liquid pitches, meaning you get a stronger, healthier fermentation without the hassle. The best part? You can Direct Pitch right into your wort—no starters, no waiting, just brewing. Whether you need their new 'WEST COAST' strain for a classic American IPA, or 'JUNGLE' for massive fruity esters, they’ve got your next batch covered. Join a recipe receiving tier of our Trub Club today because every kit that ships out now includes premium CellarScience Yeast, join at -------------------------- This episode is brought to you by ! Brewing beer at home isn’t just about the ingredients, it’s about precision. And that’s where comes in. Whether you’re dialing in your very first recipe or perfecting your hundredth, gives you the tools to brew with confidence. Their recipe builder, mash calculators, and water profile database helps take the guesswork out of the process so you can focus on what matters: making great beer! Plus, isn’t just software, it’s a community of passionate homebrewers, sharing recipes, tips, and feedback. It’s like having a brew club in your pocket! Head over to today and take your homebrewing to the next level. ! That’s ...because better brewing starts with better tools! Click here to use our link: -------------------------- Reminder that these episodes are ultimately made possible because of YOUR support. Consider becoming a member of our and receive perks such as merch, exclusive group access and content, recipes, and some tiers even get monthly recipe kits mailed to you! #homebrewing #homebrewers #craftbeer #beer #brewing #craftbrew #kolsch #webcast #show /episode/index/show/homebrewhappyhour/id/41451920

The Golden Hive Update: Mead, Makers, CBC and HomebrewCon Asheville 05/21/2026

The Golden Hive Update: Mead, Makers, CBC and HomebrewCon Asheville Holy moly, y'all - this week's episode was a BLAST! I'm so excited to welcome my buddy, Charlie, from Golden Hive Mead back on the show to catch up, recap his Craft Brewer's Conference experience, talk about his current projects, and looking forward to hanging out in Asheville next month for HomebrewCon 2026. Y'all are in for a real treat! Thank you so much for tuning into the ... THE home brew #podcast where we answer all of your home brewing questions and discuss anything related to craft beer! A NOT SO SUBTLE REMINDER: If you appreciate the things we do here at Homebrew Happy Hour, consider joining our Trub Club! -- On Today's Show: The Golden Hive Update: Mead, Makers, CBC and HomebrewCon Asheville Links for this episode: Golden Hive Mead: GH YouTube: HomebrewCon: CellarScience Premium Dry Yeast: FLOTit 2.0: We want to hear from you! If you have a question that you’d like us to discuss on a future episode, please at the top of our website or you can now call in your questions via our questions hotline @ 325-305-6107 and leave your message after the beep. Let us know what you think and enjoy the show! cheers, joshua ----------------------- Thank you to our show’s sponsor, ! Family owned and operated, provides a wide variety of hop selection and ships directly to your door. Learn more by visiting -------------------------- CellarScience offers premium dry yeast that delivers higher cell counts than typical liquid pitches, meaning you get a stronger, healthier fermentation without the hassle. The best part? You can Direct Pitch right into your wort—no starters, no waiting, just brewing. Whether you need their new 'WEST COAST' strain for a classic American IPA, or 'JUNGLE' for massive fruity esters, they’ve got your next batch covered. Join a recipe receiving tier of our Trub Club today because every kit that ships out now includes premium CellarScience Yeast, join at -------------------------- This episode is brought to you by ! Brewing beer at home isn’t just about the ingredients, it’s about precision. And that’s where comes in. Whether you’re dialing in your very first recipe or perfecting your hundredth, gives you the tools to brew with confidence. Their recipe builder, mash calculators, and water profile database helps take the guesswork out of the process so you can focus on what matters: making great beer! Plus, isn’t just software, it’s a community of passionate homebrewers, sharing recipes, tips, and feedback. It’s like having a brew club in your pocket! Head over to today and take your homebrewing to the next level. ! That’s ...because better brewing starts with better tools! Click here to use our link: -------------------------- Reminder that these episodes are ultimately made possible because of YOUR support. Consider becoming a member of our and receive perks such as merch, exclusive group access and content, recipes, and some tiers even get monthly recipe kits mailed to you! #homebrewing #homebrewers #craftbeer #beer #brewing #craftbrew #kolsch #webcast #show /episode/index/show/homebrewhappyhour/id/41379975

Pressure, Purity, and The Great Sparge Debate 05/14/2026

Pressure, Purity, and The Great Sparge Debate You guys are in for a treat this week because I have a special guest who joined the show to help me take your questions AND do some catching up. It was last minute but I'm super excited that it happend! Thank you so much for tuning into the ... THE home brew #podcast where we answer all of your home brewing questions and discuss anything related to craft beer! A NOT SO SUBTLE REMINDER: If you appreciate the things we do here at Homebrew Happy Hour, consider joining our Trub Club! -- On Today's Show: Pressure, Purity, and The Great Sparge Debate 00:00:00 - 00:15:47 Patreon & Small Talk 00:15:48 - 00:39:15 Pressure Fermentation 00:39:16 - 00:52:35 Salting Tap Water 00:52:36 - 01:06:58 To Sparge or Not to Sparge Links for this episode: CellarScience Instant Water: CellarScience Premium Dry Yeast: FLOTit 2.0: We want to hear from you! If you have a question that you’d like us to discuss on a future episode, please at the top of our website or you can now call in your questions via our questions hotline @ 325-305-6107 and leave your message after the beep. Let us know what you think and enjoy the show! cheers, joshua ----------------------- Thank you to our show’s sponsor, ! Family owned and operated, provides a wide variety of hop selection and ships directly to your door. Learn more by visiting -------------------------- CellarScience offers premium dry yeast that delivers higher cell counts than typical liquid pitches, meaning you get a stronger, healthier fermentation without the hassle. The best part? You can Direct Pitch right into your wort—no starters, no waiting, just brewing. Whether you need their new 'WEST COAST' strain for a classic American IPA, or 'JUNGLE' for massive fruity esters, they’ve got your next batch covered. Join a recipe receiving tier of our Trub Club today because every kit that ships out now includes premium CellarScience Yeast, join at -------------------------- This episode is brought to you by ! Brewing beer at home isn’t just about the ingredients, it’s about precision. And that’s where comes in. Whether you’re dialing in your very first recipe or perfecting your hundredth, gives you the tools to brew with confidence. Their recipe builder, mash calculators, and water profile database helps take the guesswork out of the process so you can focus on what matters: making great beer! Plus, isn’t just software, it’s a community of passionate homebrewers, sharing recipes, tips, and feedback. It’s like having a brew club in your pocket! Head over to today and take your homebrewing to the next level. ! That’s ...because better brewing starts with better tools! Click here to use our link: -------------------------- Reminder that these episodes are ultimately made possible because of YOUR support. Consider becoming a member of our and receive perks such as merch, exclusive group access and content, recipes, and some tiers even get monthly recipe kits mailed to you! #homebrewing #homebrewers #craftbeer #beer #brewing #craftbrew #kolsch #webcast #show /episode/index/show/homebrewhappyhour/id/41296445

Fixing Foamy Beer, Frozen Fruit Tips, & Easy Hop Subs 05/07/2026

Fixing Foamy Beer, Frozen Fruit Tips, & Easy Hop Subs Is it oddly cold for May wherever you're listening from? Dude, it's been like 58 here this whole week. I'm not complaining because I love it! Anyway - welcome back, my friends, to another jam-packed episode. This week, our good friend, Lorena Evans, is joining me to tackle your questions and to humor me and my ADHD. I had a blast and I'm sure you will too! Thank you so much for tuning into the ... THE home brew #podcast where we answer all of your home brewing questions and discuss anything related to craft beer! A NOT SO SUBTLE REMINDER: If you appreciate the things we do here at Homebrew Happy Hour, consider joining our Trub Club! -- On Today's Show: Fixing Foamy Beer, Frozen Fruit Tips, & Easy Hop Subs 00:00:00 - 00:19:05 Patreon & Small Talk 00:19:06 - 00:39:33 Troubleshooting Foamy Beer from a Keg 00:39:34 - 00:48:47 Brewing a Blueberry Beer 00:48:48 - 01:03:58 Choosing/Substituting Hops Links for this episode: Fermzilla Allrounder: CellarScience Premium Dry Yeast: FLOTit 2.0: We want to hear from you! If you have a question that you’d like us to discuss on a future episode, please at the top of our website or you can now call in your questions via our questions hotline @ 325-305-6107 and leave your message after the beep. Let us know what you think and enjoy the show! cheers, joshua ----------------------- Thank you to our show’s sponsor, ! Family owned and operated, provides a wide variety of hop selection and ships directly to your door. Learn more by visiting -------------------------- CellarScience offers premium dry yeast that delivers higher cell counts than typical liquid pitches, meaning you get a stronger, healthier fermentation without the hassle. The best part? You can Direct Pitch right into your wort—no starters, no waiting, just brewing. Whether you need their new 'WEST COAST' strain for a classic American IPA, or 'JUNGLE' for massive fruity esters, they’ve got your next batch covered. Join a recipe receiving tier of our Trub Club today because every kit that ships out now includes premium CellarScience Yeast, join at -------------------------- This episode is brought to you by ! Brewing beer at home isn’t just about the ingredients, it’s about precision. And that’s where comes in. Whether you’re dialing in your very first recipe or perfecting your hundredth, gives you the tools to brew with confidence. Their recipe builder, mash calculators, and water profile database helps take the guesswork out of the process so you can focus on what matters: making great beer! Plus, isn’t just software, it’s a community of passionate homebrewers, sharing recipes, tips, and feedback. It’s like having a brew club in your pocket! Head over to today and take your homebrewing to the next level. ! That’s ...because better brewing starts with better tools! Click here to use our link: -------------------------- Reminder that these episodes are ultimately made possible because of YOUR support. Consider becoming a member of our and receive perks such as merch, exclusive group access and content, recipes, and some tiers even get monthly recipe kits mailed to you! #homebrewing #homebrewers #craftbeer #beer #brewing #craftbrew #kolsch #webcast #show /episode/index/show/homebrewhappyhour/id/41204690

Is Your Process Outdated? The Truth on Kegs, Secondary Conditioning, & Must Have Gear 04/30/2026

Is Your Process Outdated? The Truth on Kegs, Secondary Conditioning, & Must Have Gear I'm so happy to have you back, my friend! This week might seem long-winded and that's because I have nobody here to reign me in. That's right - I'm doing this week's episode all by myself but DON'T FEAR... I *think* I got some useful information out this week. As always, I welcome your feedback in the comments below or call it in to 325-305-6107 Thank you so much for tuning into the ... THE home brew #podcast where we answer all of your home brewing questions and discuss anything related to craft beer! A NOT SO SUBTLE REMINDER: If you appreciate the things we do here at Homebrew Happy Hour, consider joining our Trub Club! -- On Today's Show: Is Your Process Outdated? The Truth on Kegs, Secondary Conditioning, & Must Have Gear 00:00:00 - 00:20:43 Patreon & Small Talk 00:20:44 - 00:34:20 Kegging vs Bottle Conditioning 00:34:21 - 00:46:17 Life Changing Homebrewing Gear 00:46:18 - 00:56:16 The Necessity for Good Hygiene/Sanitation 00:56:17 - 01:09:10 To Secondary or NOT to Secondary Links for this episode: Fermzilla Allrounder: CellarScience Premium Dry Yeast: FLOTit 2.0: We want to hear from you! If you have a question that you’d like us to discuss on a future episode, please at the top of our website or you can now call in your questions via our questions hotline @ 325-305-6107 and leave your message after the beep. Let us know what you think and enjoy the show! cheers, joshua ----------------------- Thank you to our show’s sponsor, ! Family owned and operated, provides a wide variety of hop selection and ships directly to your door. Learn more by visiting -------------------------- CellarScience offers premium dry yeast that delivers higher cell counts than typical liquid pitches, meaning you get a stronger, healthier fermentation without the hassle. The best part? You can Direct Pitch right into your wort—no starters, no waiting, just brewing. Whether you need their new 'WEST COAST' strain for a classic American IPA, or 'JUNGLE' for massive fruity esters, they’ve got your next batch covered. Join a recipe receiving tier of our Trub Club today because every kit that ships out now includes premium CellarScience Yeast, join at -------------------------- This episode is brought to you by ! Brewing beer at home isn’t just about the ingredients, it’s about precision. And that’s where comes in. Whether you’re dialing in your very first recipe or perfecting your hundredth, gives you the tools to brew with confidence. Their recipe builder, mash calculators, and water profile database helps take the guesswork out of the process so you can focus on what matters: making great beer! Plus, isn’t just software, it’s a community of passionate homebrewers, sharing recipes, tips, and feedback. It’s like having a brew club in your pocket! Head over to today and take your homebrewing to the next level. ! That’s ...because better brewing starts with better tools! Click here to use our link: -------------------------- Reminder that these episodes are ultimately made possible because of YOUR support. Consider becoming a member of our and receive perks such as merch, exclusive group access and content, recipes, and some tiers even get monthly recipe kits mailed to you! #homebrewing #homebrewers #craftbeer #beer #brewing #craftbrew #kolsch #webcast #show /episode/index/show/homebrewhappyhour/id/41075390

3 Topics for Brewing Better Beer: Dry Hopping, Used Gear Tips, & Medaling at Competitions 04/23/2026

3 Topics for Brewing Better Beer: Dry Hopping, Used Gear Tips, & Medaling at Competitions Howdy, friends! I hope you're doing well. We're back with a jam-packed episode this week, featuring my good buddy - BrewersFriend.com pro, Lorena Evans. She helps me take YOUR questions so that we can all strive towards brewing better beer. It really doesn't get much better than that! Thank you so much for tuning into the ... THE home brew #podcast where we answer all of your home brewing questions and discuss anything related to craft beer! A NOT SO SUBTLE REMINDER: If you appreciate the things we do here at Homebrew Happy Hour, consider joining our Trub Club! -- On Today's Show: 3 Topics for Brewing Better Beer: Dry Hopping, Used Gear Tips, & Medaling at Competitions 00:00:00 - 00:12:07 Patreon & Small Talk 00:12:08 - 00:28:37 Tips for Better Dry Hopping 00:28:38 - 00:42:47 Cleaning & Sanitizing Used Gear 00:42:48 - 01:01:37 Preparing for Homebrew Competitions Links for this episode: Fermzilla Allrounder: CellarScience Premium Dry Yeast: FLOTit 2.0: We want to hear from you! If you have a question that you’d like us to discuss on a future episode, please at the top of our website or you can now call in your questions via our questions hotline @ 325-305-6107 and leave your message after the beep. Let us know what you think and enjoy the show! cheers, joshua ----------------------- Thank you to our show’s sponsor, ! Family owned and operated, provides a wide variety of hop selection and ships directly to your door. Learn more by visiting -------------------------- CellarScience offers premium dry yeast that delivers higher cell counts than typical liquid pitches, meaning you get a stronger, healthier fermentation without the hassle. The best part? You can Direct Pitch right into your wort—no starters, no waiting, just brewing. Whether you need their new 'WEST COAST' strain for a classic American IPA, or 'JUNGLE' for massive fruity esters, they’ve got your next batch covered. Join a recipe receiving tier of our Trub Club today because every kit that ships out now includes premium CellarScience Yeast, join at -------------------------- This episode is brought to you by ! Brewing beer at home isn’t just about the ingredients, it’s about precision. And that’s where comes in. Whether you’re dialing in your very first recipe or perfecting your hundredth, gives you the tools to brew with confidence. Their recipe builder, mash calculators, and water profile database helps take the guesswork out of the process so you can focus on what matters: making great beer! Plus, isn’t just software, it’s a community of passionate homebrewers, sharing recipes, tips, and feedback. It’s like having a brew club in your pocket! Head over to today and take your homebrewing to the next level. ! That’s ...because better brewing starts with better tools! Click here to use our link: -------------------------- Reminder that these episodes are ultimately made possible because of YOUR support. Consider becoming a member of our and receive perks such as merch, exclusive group access and content, recipes, and some tiers even get monthly recipe kits mailed to you! #homebrewing #homebrewers #craftbeer #beer #brewing #craftbrew #kolsch #webcast #show /episode/index/show/homebrewhappyhour/id/40960150

No New Episode but Don't Forget About the Boston Lager! 04/16/2026

The Challenges of Operating a Homebrew Supply Shop in 2026 04/09/2026

The Challenges of Operating a Homebrew Supply Shop in 2026 Something I've been wanting to do for a while is to feature more of the people behind the scenes of our nation's mom & pop homebrew supply shops. Unless you've been living under a rock, you likely know that it hasn't been the best time for our industry. Shops are closing up left and right and some might say it's a little "doom and gloom". HOWEVER - I'm so happy to have my new friend, Tyler Wallace, on the show this week. Tyler is the owner/operator of and it was a real treat getting to chat with him. Thank you so much for tuning into the ... THE home brew #podcast where we answer all of your home brewing questions and discuss anything related to craft beer! A NOT SO SUBTLE REMINDER: If you appreciate the things we do here at Homebrew Happy Hour, consider joining our Trub Club! -- On Today's Show: The Challenges of Operating a Homebrew Supply Shop in 2026 Links for this episode: TrueBru Homebrew Supply: FLOTit 2.0: We want to hear from you! If you have a question that you’d like us to discuss on a future episode, please at the top of our website or you can now call in your questions via our questions hotline @ 325-305-6107 and leave your message after the beep. Let us know what you think and enjoy the show! cheers, joshua ----------------------- Thank you to our show’s sponsor, ! Family owned and operated, provides a wide variety of hop selection and ships directly to your door. Learn more by visiting -------------------------- CellarScience offers premium dry yeast that delivers higher cell counts than typical liquid pitches, meaning you get a stronger, healthier fermentation without the hassle. The best part? You can Direct Pitch right into your wort—no starters, no waiting, just brewing. Whether you need their new 'WEST COAST' strain for a classic American IPA, or 'JUNGLE' for massive fruity esters, they’ve got your next batch covered. Join a recipe receiving tier of our Trub Club today because every kit that ships out now includes premium CellarScience Yeast, join at -------------------------- This episode is brought to you by ! Brewing beer at home isn’t just about the ingredients, it’s about precision. And that’s where comes in. Whether you’re dialing in your very first recipe or perfecting your hundredth, gives you the tools to brew with confidence. Their recipe builder, mash calculators, and water profile database helps take the guesswork out of the process so you can focus on what matters: making great beer! Plus, isn’t just software, it’s a community of passionate homebrewers, sharing recipes, tips, and feedback. It’s like having a brew club in your pocket! Head over to today and take your homebrewing to the next level. ! That’s ...because better brewing starts with better tools! Click here to use our link: -------------------------- Reminder that these episodes are ultimately made possible because of YOUR support. Consider becoming a member of our and receive perks such as merch, exclusive group access and content, recipes, and some tiers even get monthly recipe kits mailed to you! #homebrewing #homebrewers #craftbeer #beer #brewing #craftbrew #kolsch #webcast #show /episode/index/show/homebrewhappyhour/id/40788265

The Art of the Craft: Life, Lyrics, and Lager with Joe Whiting | Episode 471 04/02/2026

The Art of the Craft: Life, Lyrics, and Lager with Joe Whiting | Episode 471 You're in for a real treat today because on this episode I am joined by my good buddy (and an INCREDIBLE musician), Joe Whiting. Joe hasn't been on the show since November 2021, so I thought it would be great to catch up with him, recap his history as a brewer, and hear his perspective on how homebrewing has changed, the current state of homebrewing, and his thoughts on the potential future for our favorite hobby. Thank you so much for tuning into the ... THE home brew #podcast where we answer all of your home brewing questions and discuss anything related to craft beer! A NOT SO SUBTLE REMINDER: If you appreciate the things we do here at Homebrew Happy Hour, consider joining our Trub Club! -- On Today's Show: The Art of the Craft: Life, Lyrics, and Lager with Joe Whiting Links for this episode: Joe Whiting's website: Buy Joe's memoir here: FLOTit 2.0: We want to hear from you! If you have a question that you’d like us to discuss on a future episode, please at the top of our website or you can now call in your questions via our questions hotline @ 325-305-6107 and leave your message after the beep. Let us know what you think and enjoy the show! cheers, joshua ----------------------- Thank you to our show’s sponsor, ! Family owned and operated, provides a wide variety of hop selection and ships directly to your door. Learn more by visiting -------------------------- CellarScience offers premium dry yeast that delivers higher cell counts than typical liquid pitches, meaning you get a stronger, healthier fermentation without the hassle. The best part? You can Direct Pitch right into your wort—no starters, no waiting, just brewing. Whether you need their new 'WEST COAST' strain for a classic American IPA, or 'JUNGLE' for massive fruity esters, they’ve got your next batch covered. Join a recipe receiving tier of our Trub Club today because every kit that ships out now includes premium CellarScience Yeast, join at -------------------------- This episode is brought to you by ! Brewing beer at home isn’t just about the ingredients, it’s about precision. And that’s where comes in. Whether you’re dialing in your very first recipe or perfecting your hundredth, gives you the tools to brew with confidence. Their recipe builder, mash calculators, and water profile database helps take the guesswork out of the process so you can focus on what matters: making great beer! Plus, isn’t just software, it’s a community of passionate homebrewers, sharing recipes, tips, and feedback. It’s like having a brew club in your pocket! Head over to today and take your homebrewing to the next level. ! That’s ...because better brewing starts with better tools! Click here to use our link: -------------------------- Reminder that these episodes are ultimately made possible because of YOUR support. Consider becoming a member of our and receive perks such as merch, exclusive group access and content, recipes, and some tiers even get monthly recipe kits mailed to you! #homebrewing #homebrewers #craftbeer #beer #brewing #craftbrew #kolsch #webcast #show /episode/index/show/homebrewhappyhour/id/40710200

Mastering the Basics: Yeast Harvesting, Base Malts, and Mash Ratios 03/26/2026

Mastering the Basics: Yeast Harvesting, Base Malts, and Mash Ratios You know it's going to be a great episode when BrewersFriend.com pro, Lorena Evans, is on the show! I'm so thankful to have her expertise a lot lately and I'm looking forward to having her on even more this year. Thank you so much for tuning into the ... THE home brew #podcast where we answer all of your home brewing questions and discuss anything related to craft beer! A NOT SO SUBTLE REMINDER: If you appreciate the things we do here at Homebrew Happy Hour, consider joining our Trub Club! -- On Today's Show: Mastering the Basics: Yeast Harvesting, Base Malts, and Mash Ratios 00:00:00 - 00:10:53 Patreon & Small Talk 00:11:45 - 00:25:17 Reusing Yeast 00:26:10 - 00:43:26 Choosing Base Grain for Blonde Ale 00:44:06 - 01:00:01 Water to Grain Ratios Links for this episode: Fermzilla Allrounder: CellarScience Premium Dry Yeast: FLOTit 2.0: We want to hear from you! If you have a question that you’d like us to discuss on a future episode, please at the top of our website or you can now call in your questions via our questions hotline @ 325-305-6107 and leave your message after the beep. Let us know what you think and enjoy the show! cheers, joshua ----------------------- Thank you to our show’s sponsor, ! Family owned and operated, provides a wide variety of hop selection and ships directly to your door. Learn more by visiting -------------------------- CellarScience offers premium dry yeast that delivers higher cell counts than typical liquid pitches, meaning you get a stronger, healthier fermentation without the hassle. The best part? You can Direct Pitch right into your wort—no starters, no waiting, just brewing. Whether you need their new 'WEST COAST' strain for a classic American IPA, or 'JUNGLE' for massive fruity esters, they’ve got your next batch covered. Join a recipe receiving tier of our Trub Club today because every kit that ships out now includes premium CellarScience Yeast, join at -------------------------- This episode is brought to you by ! Brewing beer at home isn’t just about the ingredients, it’s about precision. And that’s where comes in. Whether you’re dialing in your very first recipe or perfecting your hundredth, gives you the tools to brew with confidence. Their recipe builder, mash calculators, and water profile database helps take the guesswork out of the process so you can focus on what matters: making great beer! Plus, isn’t just software, it’s a community of passionate homebrewers, sharing recipes, tips, and feedback. It’s like having a brew club in your pocket! Head over to today and take your homebrewing to the next level. ! That’s ...because better brewing starts with better tools! Click here to use our link: -------------------------- Reminder that these episodes are ultimately made possible because of YOUR support. Consider becoming a member of our and receive perks such as merch, exclusive group access and content, recipes, and some tiers even get monthly recipe kits mailed to you! #homebrewing #homebrewers #craftbeer #beer #brewing #craftbrew #kolsch #webcast #show /episode/index/show/homebrewhappyhour/id/40607145

The Godfather of Double IPA: Vinnie Cilurzo on the Birth of Pliny the Elder 03/19/2026

The Godfather of Double IPA: Vinnie Cilurzo on the Birth of Pliny the Elder I would love your honest feedback in the comments below (or call it in to 325-305-6107) about the episodes I've been publishing lately. In my opinion, these have been some of the most information-packed and also featuring some of the greatest brewing minds but I'd love to know what YOU think. With that being said, the ball keeps rolling because today's show is truly incredible. I was able to sit down with the inventor of the Double IPA, Mr. Vinnie Cilurzo himself. Vinnie is incredibly down to Earth and shared a ton about his history, Russian River Brewing Company, and the invention of the Double IPA. You're in for a treat, my friend! Thank you so much for tuning into the ... THE home brew #podcast where we answer all of your home brewing questions and discuss anything related to craft beer! A NOT SO SUBTLE REMINDER: If you appreciate the things we do here at Homebrew Happy Hour, consider joining our Trub Club! -- On Today's Show: The Godfather of Double IPA: Vinnie Cilurzo on the Birth of Pliny the Elder Links for this episode: Russian River Brewing Company: Pliny the Elder Recipe Kit: CellarScience Premium Dry Yeast: We want to hear from you! If you have a question that you’d like us to discuss on a future episode, please at the top of our website or you can now call in your questions via our questions hotline @ 325-305-6107 and leave your message after the beep. Let us know what you think and enjoy the show! cheers, joshua ----------------------- Thank you to our show’s sponsor, ! Family owned and operated, provides a wide variety of hop selection and ships directly to your door. Learn more by visiting -------------------------- CellarScience offers premium dry yeast that delivers higher cell counts than typical liquid pitches, meaning you get a stronger, healthier fermentation without the hassle. The best part? You can Direct Pitch right into your wort—no starters, no waiting, just brewing. Whether you need their new 'WEST COAST' strain for a classic American IPA, or 'JUNGLE' for massive fruity esters, they’ve got your next batch covered. Join a recipe receiving tier of our Trub Club today because every kit that ships out now includes premium CellarScience Yeast, join at -------------------------- This episode is brought to you by ! Brewing beer at home isn’t just about the ingredients, it’s about precision. And that’s where comes in. Whether you’re dialing in your very first recipe or perfecting your hundredth, gives you the tools to brew with confidence. Their recipe builder, mash calculators, and water profile database helps take the guesswork out of the process so you can focus on what matters: making great beer! Plus, isn’t just software, it’s a community of passionate homebrewers, sharing recipes, tips, and feedback. It’s like having a brew club in your pocket! Head over to today and take your homebrewing to the next level. ! That’s ...because better brewing starts with better tools! Click here to use our link: -------------------------- Reminder that these episodes are ultimately made possible because of YOUR support. Consider becoming a member of our and receive perks such as merch, exclusive group access and content, recipes, and some tiers even get monthly recipe kits mailed to you! #homebrewing #homebrewers #craftbeer #beer #brewing #craftbrew #kolsch #webcast #show /episode/index/show/homebrewhappyhour/id/40541410

From Brewing to Biohacking: Trong's New Wellness Tool 03/12/2026

From Brewing to Biohacking: Trong's New Wellness Tool Y'all, this week's episode is a doozy! Before you ask, YES - it is not a typical HHH episode. In fact, this might be the "healthiest" type of episode I've ever published for this show. When Trong approached me 6+ months ago with how his yeast farmer device was going to change my personal health... it obviously took me 6+ months to take him serious and have him on the show to convince me (and you guys) about it. After this episode though, I am committed to trying it out. What's the worst that could happen? Thank you so much for tuning into the ... THE home brew #podcast where we answer all of your home brewing questions and discuss anything related to craft beer! A NOT SO SUBTLE REMINDER: If you appreciate the things we do here at Homebrew Happy Hour, consider joining our Trub Club! -- On Today's Show: From Brewing to Biohacking: Trong's New Wellness Tool Links for this episode: Trong's YEAST FARMER Lid for Mason Jars: FLOTit 2.0: Pot-au-Brew System: CellarScience Premium Dry Yeast: We want to hear from you! If you have a question that you’d like us to discuss on a future episode, please at the top of our website or you can now call in your questions via our questions hotline @ 325-305-6107 and leave your message after the beep. Let us know what you think and enjoy the show! cheers, joshua ----------------------- Thank you to our show’s sponsor, ! Family owned and operated, provides a wide variety of hop selection and ships directly to your door. Learn more by visiting -------------------------- CellarScience offers premium dry yeast that delivers higher cell counts than typical liquid pitches, meaning you get a stronger, healthier fermentation without the hassle. The best part? You can Direct Pitch right into your wort—no starters, no waiting, just brewing. Whether you need their new 'WEST COAST' strain for a classic American IPA, or 'JUNGLE' for massive fruity esters, they’ve got your next batch covered. Join a recipe receiving tier of our Trub Club today because every kit that ships out now includes premium CellarScience Yeast, join at -------------------------- This episode is brought to you by ! Brewing beer at home isn’t just about the ingredients, it’s about precision. And that’s where comes in. Whether you’re dialing in your very first recipe or perfecting your hundredth, gives you the tools to brew with confidence. Their recipe builder, mash calculators, and water profile database helps take the guesswork out of the process so you can focus on what matters: making great beer! Plus, isn’t just software, it’s a community of passionate homebrewers, sharing recipes, tips, and feedback. It’s like having a brew club in your pocket! Head over to today and take your homebrewing to the next level. ! That’s ...because better brewing starts with better tools! Click here to use our link: -------------------------- Reminder that these episodes are ultimately made possible because of YOUR support. Consider becoming a member of our and receive perks such as merch, exclusive group access and content, recipes, and some tiers even get monthly recipe kits mailed to you! #homebrewing #homebrewers #craftbeer #beer #brewing #craftbrew #kolsch #webcast #show /episode/index/show/homebrewhappyhour/id/40402165

Unwanted Pellicle, Sprinkling vs Rehydrating Dry Yeast, & When to Rack Your Batch 03/05/2026

Unwanted Pellicle, Sprinkling vs Rehydrating Dry Yeast, & When to Rack Your Batch Last week's episode was sort of a bummer, eh? Well, I'm past that and looking forward to bigger and better things! That's why I have my dear friend, Lorena Evans, on the show today to help me answer YOUR questions because - let's be real - I couldn't do it without other people's knowledge. Thank you so much for tuning into the ... THE home brew #podcast where we answer all of your home brewing questions and discuss anything related to craft beer! A NOT SO SUBTLE REMINDER: If you appreciate the things we do here at Homebrew Happy Hour, consider joining our Trub Club! -- On Today's Show: Unwanted Pellicle, Sprinkling vs Rehydrating Dry Yeast, & When to Rack Your Batch 00:00:00 - 00:14:00 Small Talk & Patreon Information 00:14:53 - 00:24:52 Sprinkling vs Rehydrating Dry Yeast 00:25:46 - 00:39:24 IPA Freshness 00:40:05 - 00:53:17 When to Rack Your Batch Links for this episode: Fermzilla Allrounder: CellarScience Premium Dry Yeast: FLOTit 2.0: We want to hear from you! If you have a question that you’d like us to discuss on a future episode, please at the top of our website or you can now call in your questions via our questions hotline @ 325-305-6107 and leave your message after the beep. Let us know what you think and enjoy the show! cheers, joshua ----------------------- Thank you to our show’s sponsor, ! Family owned and operated, provides a wide variety of hop selection and ships directly to your door. Learn more by visiting -------------------------- CellarScience offers premium dry yeast that delivers higher cell counts than typical liquid pitches, meaning you get a stronger, healthier fermentation without the hassle. The best part? You can Direct Pitch right into your wort—no starters, no waiting, just brewing. Whether you need their new 'WEST COAST' strain for a classic American IPA, or 'JUNGLE' for massive fruity esters, they’ve got your next batch covered. Join a recipe receiving tier of our Trub Club today because every kit that ships out now includes premium CellarScience Yeast, join at -------------------------- This episode is brought to you by ! Brewing beer at home isn’t just about the ingredients, it’s about precision. And that’s where comes in. Whether you’re dialing in your very first recipe or perfecting your hundredth, gives you the tools to brew with confidence. Their recipe builder, mash calculators, and water profile database helps take the guesswork out of the process so you can focus on what matters: making great beer! Plus, isn’t just software, it’s a community of passionate homebrewers, sharing recipes, tips, and feedback. It’s like having a brew club in your pocket! Head over to today and take your homebrewing to the next level. ! That’s ...because better brewing starts with better tools! Click here to use our link: -------------------------- Reminder that these episodes are ultimately made possible because of YOUR support. Consider becoming a member of our and receive perks such as merch, exclusive group access and content, recipes, and some tiers even get monthly recipe kits mailed to you! #homebrewing #homebrewers #craftbeer #beer #brewing #craftbrew #kolsch #webcast #show /episode/index/show/homebrewhappyhour/id/40317965

I'm Unemployed (but Homebrew Happy Hour is NOT Going Away). What's Next? - Ep. 466 02/26/2026

Brewing Water Chemistry: Understanding Mash, Boil, and Fermentation pH with Wayne Doucette 02/19/2026

Brewing Water Chemistry: Understanding Mash, Boil, and Fermentation pH with Wayne Doucette Lots of you asked for it so I'm proud to welcome my buddy (and the AHA Homebrewer of the Year), Wayne Doucette, back on the show. This week, he's talking all about pH in brewing and why it matters. From the mash, to the boil, and all the way thru fermentation! So buckle up because it's time for the ... THE home brew #podcast where we answer all of your home brewing questions and discuss anything related to craft beer! A NOT SO SUBTLE REMINDER: If you appreciate the things we do here at Homebrew Happy Hour, consider joining our Trub Club! -- On Today's Show: Brewing Water Chemistry: Understanding Mash, Boil, and Fermentation pH with Wayne Doucette Links for this episode: APERA Digital pH Meter: Milwaukee Digital pH Meter: pH Test Strips: We want to hear from you! If you have a question that you’d like us to discuss on a future episode, please at the top of our website or you can now call in your questions via our questions hotline @ 325-305-6107 and leave your message after the beep. Let us know what you think and enjoy the show! cheers, joshua ----------------------- Thank you to our show’s sponsor, ! Family owned and operated, provides a wide variety of hop selection and ships directly to your door. Learn more by visiting -------------------------- This episode is brought to you by, Muntons Malts - a company that is passionate about providing premium malts to brewers worldwide. YOU can experience the difference Muntons offers by joining a recipe receiving tier of our Trub Club because every kit that ships out now includes premium Muntons Malt, join at -------------------------- This episode is brought to you by ! Brewing beer at home isn’t just about the ingredients, it’s about precision. And that’s where comes in. Whether you’re dialing in your very first recipe or perfecting your hundredth, gives you the tools to brew with confidence. Their recipe builder, mash calculators, and water profile database helps take the guesswork out of the process so you can focus on what matters: making great beer! Plus, isn’t just software, it’s a community of passionate homebrewers, sharing recipes, tips, and feedback. It’s like having a brew club in your pocket! Head over to today and take your homebrewing to the next level. ! That’s ...because better brewing starts with better tools! Click here to use our link: -------------------------- Reminder that these episodes are ultimately made possible because of YOUR support. Consider becoming a member of our and receive perks such as merch, exclusive group access and content, recipes, and some tiers even get monthly recipe kits mailed to you! #homebrewing #homebrewers #craftbeer #beer #brewing #craftbrew #kolsch #webcast #show /episode/index/show/homebrewhappyhour/id/40164570

A Hill Country Original: Talking Real Ale w/ Brad Farbstein 02/12/2026

A Hill Country Original: Talking Real Ale w/ Brad Farbstein Continuing with our Patreon.com/HomebrewHappyHour Trub Club goal for 2026, I am so excited that this month we're brewing a clone of one of my favorite beers - Firemans 4 from Real Ale Brewing Company. Much like last month's Shiner Bock, tons of Texans know Firemans 4 as being a gateway into the wonderful world of delicious craft beer. In fact, Real Ale doesn't make a bad beer and I'm confident y'all are going to love the clone kit. Even more, I am confident y'all are going to love this interview I did with Real Ale's president, Brad Farbstein. Brad has homebrewing roots and is a down to Earth dude. I had such a good time with him. This year is their 30th year anniversary and they'll be throwing a very fun shindig in April. You can learn more about that on their website With all of that being said, I hope you're ready because it's officially time for the ... THE home brew #podcast where we answer all of your home brewing questions and discuss anything related to craft beer! A NOT SO SUBTLE REMINDER: If you appreciate the things we do here at Homebrew Happy Hour, consider joining our Trub Club! -- On Today's Show: A Hill Country Original: Talking Real Ale w/ Brad Farbstein Links for this episode: Real Ale's website: Homebrew Kegs: Real Ale's IG: We want to hear from you! If you have a question that you’d like us to discuss on a future episode, please at the top of our website or you can now call in your questions via our questions hotline @ 325-305-6107 and leave your message after the beep. Let us know what you think and enjoy the show! cheers, joshua ----------------------- Thank you to our show’s sponsor, ! Family owned and operated, provides a wide variety of hop selection and ships directly to your door. Learn more by visiting -------------------------- This episode is brought to you by, Muntons Malts - a company that is passionate about providing premium malts to brewers worldwide. YOU can experience the difference Muntons offers by joining a recipe receiving tier of our Trub Club because every kit that ships out now includes premium Muntons Malt, join at -------------------------- This episode is brought to you by ! Brewing beer at home isn’t just about the ingredients, it’s about precision. And that’s where comes in. Whether you’re dialing in your very first recipe or perfecting your hundredth, gives you the tools to brew with confidence. Their recipe builder, mash calculators, and water profile database helps take the guesswork out of the process so you can focus on what matters: making great beer! Plus, isn’t just software, it’s a community of passionate homebrewers, sharing recipes, tips, and feedback. It’s like having a brew club in your pocket! Head over to today and take your homebrewing to the next level. ! That’s ...because better brewing starts with better tools! Click here to use our link: -------------------------- Reminder that these episodes are ultimately made possible because of YOUR support. Consider becoming a member of our and receive perks such as merch, exclusive group access and content, recipes, and some tiers even get monthly recipe kits mailed to you! #homebrewing #homebrewers #craftbeer #beer #brewing #craftbrew #kolsch #webcast #show /episode/index/show/homebrewhappyhour/id/40086245

Parti-Gyle Brewing, IPA Freshness, & Backsweetening Kombucha 02/05/2026

Parti-Gyle Brewing, IPA Freshness, & Backsweetening Kombucha What a wild 10+ days it's been down here in Texas! The winter storm was fun (meh) and I also have other news to update y'all with on a future episode but, for the time being, I'm so happy you could join me this week. You're in for a special treat because my dear friend, Lorena Evans, is helping me take YOUR questions and hanging out as I undoubtedly derail the show at some point. Either way - I hope you're ready because it's officially time for the ... THE home brew #podcast where we answer all of your home brewing questions and discuss anything related to craft beer! A NOT SO SUBTLE REMINDER: If you appreciate the things we do here at Homebrew Happy Hour, consider joining our Trub Club! -- On Today's Show: Parti-Gyle Brewing, IPA Freshness, & Backsweetening Kombucha 00:00:00 - 00:12:51 Sponsors & Small Talk 00:12:52 - 00:28:04 Parti-Gyle Brewing 00:28:05 - 00:39:55 IPA Freshness 00:39:56 - 00:55:38 Backsweetening Kombucha Links for this episode: 16 Gallon Brew Kettle: Homebrew Kegs: Kombucha Starter Kit: We want to hear from you! If you have a question that you’d like us to discuss on a future episode, please at the top of our website or you can now call in your questions via our questions hotline @ 325-305-6107 and leave your message after the beep. Let us know what you think and enjoy the show! cheers, joshua ----------------------- Thank you to our show’s sponsor, ! Family owned and operated, provides a wide variety of hop selection and ships directly to your door. Learn more by visiting -------------------------- This episode is brought to you by, Muntons Malts - a company that is passionate about providing premium malts to brewers worldwide. YOU can experience the difference Muntons offers by joining a recipe receiving tier of our Trub Club because every kit that ships out now includes premium Muntons Malt, join at -------------------------- This episode is brought to you by ! Brewing beer at home isn’t just about the ingredients, it’s about precision. And that’s where comes in. Whether you’re dialing in your very first recipe or perfecting your hundredth, gives you the tools to brew with confidence. Their recipe builder, mash calculators, and water profile database helps take the guesswork out of the process so you can focus on what matters: making great beer! Plus, isn’t just software, it’s a community of passionate homebrewers, sharing recipes, tips, and feedback. It’s like having a brew club in your pocket! Head over to today and take your homebrewing to the next level. ! That’s ...because better brewing starts with better tools! Click here to use our link: -------------------------- Reminder that these episodes are ultimately made possible because of YOUR support. Consider becoming a member of our and receive perks such as merch, exclusive group access and content, recipes, and some tiers even get monthly recipe kits mailed to you! #homebrewing #homebrewers #craftbeer #beer #brewing #craftbrew #kolsch #webcast #show /episode/index/show/homebrewhappyhour/id/40007450

Last call for Shiner Bock Clone Kit 01/29/2026

A Texas Craft Beer Tradition: Inside Spoetzel Brewery w/ Shiner Brewmaster Greg Hybner 01/22/2026

A Texas Craft Beer Tradition: Inside Spoetzel Brewery w/ Shiner Brewmaster Greg Hybner Around October 2025, I came up with an idea for our (). My plan - to feature clone recipe kits of our country's most popular and longstanding craft beer AND I wanted to interview the brewmaster each month to learn more about the history of their brewery and the beer that made them so popular. Think about it! How cool is it to chat with brewmasters that are responsible for beer that have pioneered and shaped craft beer as we know it? With all of that being said, I am so thrilled that we're starting off 2026 VERY strong by featuring a Texas OG: Shiner Bock. Unless you've been living under a rock, you've certainly heard about and likely have consumed your fair share of Shiner Bock. I was so excited when their brewmaster, Greg Hybner, replied to my email and agreed to come on the show. Not only did we have a great conversation for the podcast, he was also an exceptional host and gave me a true VIP tour of the campus. I can't say enough nice things about Greg and the beer speaks for itself so make sure you grab yourself a six pack or even a case sometime soon. With all of that being said, I hope you're ready because it's officially time for the ... THE home brew #podcast where we answer all of your home brewing questions and discuss anything related to craft beer! A NOT SO SUBTLE REMINDER: If you appreciate the things we do here at Homebrew Happy Hour, consider joining our Trub Club! -- On Today's Show: A Texas Craft Beer Tradition: Inside Spoetzel Brewery w/ Shiner Brewmaster Greg Hybner - ep.462 Links for this episode: Shiner's Website: Homebrew Kegs: Shiner Beer Metal Sign: We want to hear from you! If you have a question that you’d like us to discuss on a future episode, please at the top of our website or you can now call in your questions via our questions hotline @ 325-305-6107 and leave your message after the beep. Let us know what you think and enjoy the show! cheers, joshua ----------------------- Each and every episode is made possible by Kegconnection.com! Build the kegerator or keezer of your dreams using Kegconnection.com's unique customizable product options that allows you to get exactly what you need. Kegconnection.com also stocks products and solutions for kegging kits, draft systems, hardware, components, cleaning and much much more. Kegconnection.com has been operating for more than 20 years in the industry and has established expertise and superior customer service. -------------------------- Thank you to our show’s sponsor, , for supporting us and the homebrewing community. Learn more about why we LOVE Imperial Yeast by checking out their entire line, available at -------------------------- Thank you to our show’s sponsor, ! Family owned and operated, provides a wide variety of hop selection and ships directly to your door. Learn more by visiting -------------------------- This episode is brought to you by, Muntons Malts - a company that is passionate about providing premium malts to brewers worldwide. YOU can experience the difference Muntons offers by joining a recipe receiving tier of our Trub Club because every kit that ships out now includes premium Muntons Malt, join at -------------------------- This episode is brought to you by ! Brewing beer at home isn’t just about the ingredients, it’s about precision. And that’s where comes in. Whether you’re dialing in your very first recipe or perfecting your hundredth, gives you the tools to brew with confidence. Their recipe builder, mash calculators, and water profile database helps take the guesswork out of the process so you can focus on what matters: making great beer! Plus, isn’t just software, it’s a community of passionate homebrewers, sharing recipes, tips, and feedback. It’s like having a brew club in your pocket! Head over to today and take your homebrewing to the next level. ! That’s ...because better brewing starts with better tools! Click here to use our link: -------------------------- Reminder that these episodes are ultimately made possible because of YOUR support. Consider becoming a member of our and receive perks such as merch, exclusive group access and content, recipes, and some tiers even get monthly recipe kits mailed to you! #homebrewing #homebrewers #craftbeer #beer #brewing #craftbrew #kolsch #webcast #show /episode/index/show/homebrewhappyhour/id/39825835

Flow Control Faucets on Column Towers, Carbonating Kegs at Room Temp, What to do with an Infected Bucket, & Replicating My Favorite Commercial Beer 01/15/2026

Flow Control Faucets on Column Towers, Carbonating Kegs at Room Temp, What to do with an Infected Bucket, & Replicating My Favorite Commercial Beer Howdy, folks! It's a bummer that Todd is out of town (hiking all over Big Bend National Park - not like I'm jealous or anything) but I'm super excited that James found the time to join me for this week's episode. I hope you're ready because it's officially time for the ... THE home brew #podcast where we answer all of your home brewing questions and discuss anything related to craft beer! A NOT SO SUBTLE REMINDER: If you appreciate the things we do here at Homebrew Happy Hour, consider joining our Trub Club! -- On Today's Show: Flow Control Faucets on Column Towers, Carbonating Kegs at Room Temp, What to do with an Infected Bucket, & Replicating My Favorite Commercial Beer 00:00:00 - 00:15:40 Sponsors & Small Talk 00:15:41 - 00:25:31 Flow Control Faucets on Column Towers 00:25:32 - 00:37:55 Carbonating Kegs @ Room Temp 00:37:56 - 00:44:59 What to do with an Infected Bucket 00:45:00 - 00:59:37 Creating Clone Recipes of Popular Beers Links for this episode: CMB Faucets: Homebrew Kegs: FLOTit 2.0 Floating Diptube: Ultimate Ball Lock Homebrew Accessory Bundle: We want to hear from you! If you have a question that you’d like us to discuss on a future episode, please at the top of our website or you can now call in your questions via our questions hotline @ 325-305-6107 and leave your message after the beep. Let us know what you think and enjoy the show! cheers, joshua ----------------------- Each and every episode is made possible by Kegconnection.com! Build the kegerator or keezer of your dreams using Kegconnection.com's unique customizable product options that allows you to get exactly what you need. Kegconnection.com also stocks products and solutions for kegging kits, draft systems, hardware, components, cleaning and much much more. Kegconnection.com has been operating for more than 18 years in the industry and has established expertise and superior customer service. -------------------------- Thank you to our show’s sponsor, , for supporting us and the homebrewing community. Learn more about why we LOVE Imperial Yeast by checking out their entire line, available at -------------------------- Thank you to our show’s sponsor, ! Family owned and operated, provides a wide variety of hop selection and ships directly to your door. Learn more by visiting -------------------------- This episode is brought to you by, Muntons Malts - a company that is passionate about providing premium malts to brewers worldwide. YOU can experience the difference Muntons offers by joining a recipe receiving tier of our Trub Club because every kit that ships out now includes premium Muntons Malt, join at -------------------------- This episode is brought to you by ! Brewing beer at home isn’t just about the ingredients, it’s about precision. And that’s where comes in. Whether you’re dialing in your very first recipe or perfecting your hundredth, gives you the tools to brew with confidence. Their recipe builder, mash calculators, and water profile database helps take the guesswork out of the process so you can focus on what matters: making great beer! Plus, isn’t just software, it’s a community of passionate homebrewers, sharing recipes, tips, and feedback. It’s like having a brew club in your pocket! Head over to today and take your homebrewing to the next level. ! That’s ...because better brewing starts with better tools! Click here to use our link: -------------------------- Reminder that these episodes are ultimately made possible because of YOUR support. Consider becoming a member of our and receive perks such as merch, exclusive group access and content, recipes, and some tiers even get monthly recipe kits mailed to you! #homebrewing #homebrewers #craftbeer #beer #brewing #craftbrew #kolsch #webcast #show /episode/index/show/homebrewhappyhour/id/39733365

What Upgrades to Spend my Money on, What to do when Fermentation Stalls Out, & Bottling vs Kegging 01/08/2026

What Upgrades to Spend my Money on, What to do when Fermentation Stalls Out, & Bottling vs Kegging Howdy, folks! Todd and James join me for our first Q&A episode of the new year. It's time for the ... THE home brew #podcast where we answer all of your home brewing questions and discuss anything related to craft beer! A NOT SO SUBTLE REMINDER: If you appreciate the things we do here at Homebrew Happy Hour, consider joining our Trub Club! -- On Today's Show: What Upgrades to Spend my Money on, What to do when Fermentation Stalls Out, & Bottling vs Kegging 00:00:00 - 00:011:03 Sponsors & Small Talk 00:11:04 - 00:21:02 Upgrading Brew System vs Fermenter 00:21:03 - 00:31:39 Stalled Fermentation 00:31:40 - 00:53:05 Bottling vs Kegging Links for this episode: Kegging Kits: Homebrew Kegs: FLOTit 2.0 Floating Diptube: We want to hear from you! If you have a question that you’d like us to discuss on a future episode, please at the top of our website or you can now call in your questions via our questions hotline @ 325-305-6107 and leave your message after the beep. Let us know what you think and enjoy the show! cheers, joshua ----------------------- Each and every episode is made possible by Kegconnection.com! Build the kegerator or keezer of your dreams using Kegconnection.com's unique customizable product options that allows you to get exactly what you need. Kegconnection.com also stocks products and solutions for kegging kits, draft systems, hardware, components, cleaning and much much more. Kegconnection.com has been operating for more than 18 years in the industry and has established expertise and superior customer service. -------------------------- Thank you to our show’s sponsor, , for supporting us and the homebrewing community. Learn more about why we LOVE Imperial Yeast by checking out their entire line, available at -------------------------- Thank you to our show’s sponsor, ! Family owned and operated, provides a wide variety of hop selection and ships directly to your door. Learn more by visiting -------------------------- This episode is brought to you by, Muntons Malts - a company that is passionate about providing premium malts to brewers worldwide. YOU can experience the difference Muntons offers by joining a recipe receiving tier of our Trub Club because every kit that ships out now includes premium Muntons Malt, join at -------------------------- This episode is brought to you by ! Brewing beer at home isn’t just about the ingredients, it’s about precision. And that’s where comes in. Whether you’re dialing in your very first recipe or perfecting your hundredth, gives you the tools to brew with confidence. Their recipe builder, mash calculators, and water profile database helps take the guesswork out of the process so you can focus on what matters: making great beer! Plus, isn’t just software, it’s a community of passionate homebrewers, sharing recipes, tips, and feedback. It’s like having a brew club in your pocket! Head over to today and take your homebrewing to the next level. ! That’s ...because better brewing starts with better tools! Click here to use our link: -------------------------- Reminder that these episodes are ultimately made possible because of YOUR support. Consider becoming a member of our and receive perks such as merch, exclusive group access and content, recipes, and some tiers even get monthly recipe kits mailed to you! #homebrewing #homebrewers #craftbeer #beer #brewing #craftbrew #kolsch #webcast #show /episode/index/show/homebrewhappyhour/id/39658960

Favorite Beer, Favorite Gear, & Happy New Year! 01/01/2026

Favorite Beer, Favorite Gear, & Happy New Year! Happy new year, my favorite people! If you're here, tuning into the show, then that makes you one of my favorite people on the planet. I do have to warn you though - I am doing this week's episode SOLO because of the holiday. Regardless, that just means I have nobody to keep me in line or reign me in when I digress... FUN FUN FUN! So, buckle up for the ... THE home brew #podcast where we answer all of your home brewing questions and discuss anything related to craft beer! A NOT SO SUBTLE REMINDER: If you appreciate the things we do here at Homebrew Happy Hour, consider joining our Trub Club! -- On Today's Show: Favorite Beer, Favorite Gear, & Happy New Year 00:00:00 - 00:010:46 Sponsors & Small Talk 00:10:47 - 00:56:53 Trub Club Batches We Brewed in 2025 00:56:54 - 01:09:54 The Homebrewing Gear We Used in 2025 01:09:55 - 01:18:32 Looking Forward to 2026 Links for this episode: Grainfather G40 Electric All-in-One - VEVOR electric kettle - Fermzilla 15.9g All Rounder - SPUNDIT Jellyfish Spunding Valve - FLOTit 2.0 Floating Dip Tube - Frigidaire used for my Keezer - CMB Flow Control Event Faucet - Kegs for Homebrewing - We want to hear from you! If you have a question that you’d like us to discuss on a future episode, please at the top of our website or you can now call in your questions via our questions hotline @ 325-305-6107 and leave your message after the beep. Let us know what you think and enjoy the show! cheers, joshua ----------------------- Each and every episode is made possible by Kegconnection.com! Build the kegerator or keezer of your dreams using Kegconnection.com's unique customizable product options that allows you to get exactly what you need. Kegconnection.com also stocks products and solutions for kegging kits, draft systems, hardware, components, cleaning and much much more. Kegconnection.com has been operating for more than 18 years in the industry and has established expertise and superior customer service. -------------------------- Thank you to our show’s sponsor, , for supporting us and the homebrewing community. Learn more about why we LOVE Imperial Yeast by checking out their entire line, available at -------------------------- Thank you to our show’s sponsor, ! Family owned and operated, provides a wide variety of hop selection and ships directly to your door. Learn more by visiting -------------------------- This episode is brought to you by, Muntons Malts - a company that is passionate about providing premium malts to brewers worldwide. YOU can experience the difference Muntons offers by joining a recipe receiving tier of our Trub Club because every kit that ships out now includes premium Muntons Malt, join at -------------------------- Reminder that these episodes are ultimately made possible because of YOUR support. Consider becoming a member of our and receive perks such as merch, exclusive group access and content, recipes, and some tiers even get monthly recipe kits mailed to you! #homebrewing #homebrewers #craftbeer #beer #brewing #craftbrew #kolsch #webcast #show /episode/index/show/homebrewhappyhour/id/39586285

Merry Christmas from Homebrew Happy Hour! 12/25/2025

Merry Christmas from Homebrew Happy Hour! No new episode this week but I wanted to drop in and wish you all a very Merry Christmas! I hope your day is filled with good food, family fun, and good beer. Be safe and have a wonderful rest of your week, my friends. A NOT SO SUBTLE REMINDER: If you appreciate the things we do here at Homebrew Happy Hour, consider joining our Trub Club! -- ----------------------- Each and every episode is made possible by Kegconnection.com! Build the kegerator or keezer of your dreams using Kegconnection.com's unique customizable product options that allows you to get exactly what you need. Kegconnection.com also stocks products and solutions for kegging kits, draft systems, hardware, components, cleaning and much much more. Kegconnection.com has been operating for more than 18 years in the industry and has established expertise and superior customer service. -------------------------- Thank you to our show’s sponsor, , for supporting us and the homebrewing community. Learn more about why we LOVE Imperial Yeast by checking out their entire line, available at -------------------------- Thank you to our show’s sponsor, ! Family owned and operated, provides a wide variety of hop selection and ships directly to your door. Learn more by visiting -------------------------- This episode is brought to you by, Muntons Malts - a company that is passionate about providing premium malts to brewers worldwide. YOU can experience the difference Muntons offers by joining a recipe receiving tier of our Trub Club because every kit that ships out now includes premium Muntons Malt, join at -------------------------- Reminder that these episodes are ultimately made possible because of YOUR support. Consider becoming a member of our and receive perks such as merch, exclusive group access and content, recipes, and some tiers even get monthly recipe kits mailed to you! #homebrewing #homebrewers #craftbeer #beer #brewing #craftbrew #kolsch #webcast #show /episode/index/show/homebrewhappyhour/id/39536615

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