One of the most common concerns among first-time ‘homebrewers’ is the potential for mold growth. It’s no secret that mold thrives in hot, moist environments; therefore, it would only make sense for it to grow during your homebrew. The good news is that you can typically prevent mold from growing in your beer by following […]
Homebrewing your own beer is a methodical process that requires knowledge of the ingredients along with the right equipment and best brewing practices. The truth is that many people avoid the hobby due to its high level of technicality. If it’s not done right, you’ll end up wasting all of your ingredients on spoiled beer. […]
Brewing beer from the comfort of your own home is a fun and rewarding hobby that gives you the opportunity to experiment with new recipes. If you enjoy a more full-bodies beer, then perhaps you should add more hops to your brew. For a higher alcohol content, simply add more sugar. It’s this level of […]
Moonshining is a methodical process that takes practice, dedication and hard to work to master. As long as you follow the instructions accordingly, you shouldn’t have a problem brewing a batch of drinkable moonshine; however, creating the balance between strength and flavor is something that comes with experience. Whether this is your first batch of […]
Does you homebrew beer suffer from an exceptionally low alcohol content? Even if you follow your brew kit’s instructions step by step, there’s always a chance of it coming out with a low-to-mediocre alcohol content. And there’s nothing more discouraging than finding your newly brewed batch of beer has a watered down consistency. The good […]
The through of distilling your own batch of moonshine might seem like a daughnting task to some people. After all, you have to use lots of heavy pots and copper equipment to ensure its turns out just right. Making even a few small mistakes could ruin an otherwise perfect batch of moonshine. While there’s no […]
Brewing your own beer is a fun and rewarding experience that gives you the freedom to create a truly unique one-of-a-kind beverage. By modifying the ingredients and changing the brewing techniques, you can come up with your very own beer. This is one of the most alluring features of the hobby which draws thousands of […]
I think just about everyone has heard the old saying that drinking moonshine can cause blindness. Even if you don’t personally know anyone who’s gone blind from drinking moonshine, you’ve probably heard this rumor before. But is there any actual truth to this rumor, or is it just some tall-tale myth used to dissuade moonshiners? […]
The art of making moonshine is a century-old tradition with roots going back to the mid-to-late 1800s. While there are countless different techniques and ingredients used to create it, nearly all of them are done with a still. As the name suggests, the “still” is used to distill alcohol vapor from the solution or ingredient […]
Movies based around the moonshine culture are typically filled with action, excitement and fast cars. While there have been dozens of moonshine movies to hit the big screen, a select few stand out from the rest. Whether you are a moonshiner or not, chances are you’ll enjoy watching the following movies. #1 – Thunder and […]