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Interview with a Homebrewer - Bar-B-Que Brewer

Sat, 19 May 2012 13:03:05 GMT

{xtypo_dropcap}T{/xtypo_dropcap}he next homebrewer up in our interview series wears many hats. Besides homebrewing, he's an engineer and also a small businessman. When he's not doing incredibly complex things at his day job (we suppose), you could probably find him homebrewing or at least thinking about homebrewing. On top of that, he helps to run a his own small BBQ sauce business (see the bottom of the article). Welcome to the Comfy Computer Chair of Fame, homebrewer/bar-b-q'er Mr. Bill Fishburn.

Name: Bill Fishburn

Day Job: Program Manager, Intel Corporation

When did you start homebrewing?
I started brewing in 1990, just before

What is a CellarMonk?

Fri, 04 May 2012 17:09:54 GMT

{xtypo_dropcap}Y{/xtypo_dropcap}ou may be wondering, what exactly is a CellarMonk? If you were to break the word down, then you could define "cellar" as (a room or enclosed space used for storage). To define "monk" is to say (a person who is a member of a brotherhood, devoted to a discipline). When taken together we define a CellarMonk as someone devoted to the caretaking of that which can be found in the cellar or can be cellared.

This site is designed for the devotion to beer. We are here to store and reinforce the vast knowledge of the art of beer and brewing, the enjoyment of beer (from mass market to premium craft beers) and the bringing together of those with a

Mystery Queen Anne's Revenge (Carolinian Dark)

Fri, 04 May 2012 13:58:00 GMT

This beer was designed to be a darker version of an English-style IPA, to show off the soft bitterness of traditional English hops but to balance them with the rich chocolate of roasted malt. The name “Carolinian Dark” is a dig at “Cascadian Dark” ales which seem to somehow suggest that either the PNW has the only available line on hops, or perhaps that it’s made by elves.

Mystery Brewing Company

Fri, 04 May 2012 13:51:00 GMT

Our mission is to create a cornucopia of high-quality, small-batch, rustic ales for the discriminating consumer,to test the boundaries of creativity and style.In short, to make outstanding beer. How do we plan to do it? It involves using fresh, high-quality ingredients and a steady hand at the kettle. But that’s just half of it. The other half of it is right here. The power of the internet, social media, and networking is here to see. Think of this as your own internet brewpub where you can sidle up next to the brewmaster and ask a question — because you can. What’s so Mysterious? It’s a bit of a throwback. “Mystery” in its original definition meant the “art and craft of a trade.” Brewers were among the first organized trade

Ninkasi Tricerahops Double IPA

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 01:06:00 GMT

Tricerahops is double everything you already love in an IPA. More hops, more malt body and a higher gravity define this Double India Pale Ale. Fiercely flavorful, guaranteed to satisfy.

Ninkasi Brewing Company

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 00:59:00 GMT

Ninkasi Brewing began on June 15th, 2006 when Jamie Floyd and Nikos Ridge spent 17 hours brewing their first batch of Total Domination IPA in leased space inside a German restaurant in Springfield, Oregon. Once a brewery, the building was equipped with a 15 barrel brew house set up for brewpub brewing. A year later, Ninkasi moved to its current location at 272 Van Buren Street, in the Whiteaker neighborhood of Eugene. The brewery now features a 50 barrel brewing system, and uses it to produce beer that is distributed throughout Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Alaska, and San Francisco. The Ninkasi family of beers has grown from a single IPA (Total Domination) to include Tricerahops Double IPA, Believer Double Red, and Oatis Oatmeal Stout, as well as

Deschutes The Abyss

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 00:49:00 GMT

A deep, dark Imperial Stout, The Abyss has almost immeasurable depth and complexity. Hints of molasses, licorice and other alluring flavors make it something not just to quaff, but contemplate. As for the great "drink it now or let it age" debate, we stand clearly on the fence. Distinct and delicious on release, the flavors meld and fuse into an entirely different pleasure a year on.

Deschutes Brewery

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 00:42:00 GMT

Located in beautiful Bend, Oregon, Deschutes Brewery overlooks the wild and scenic Deschutes River. It’s home base to our adventurous, award-winning lineup of pioneering beers. Take a free guided tour and experience our pride and passion firsthand. It’s an up close and personal view of the sights, aromas, select ingredients and state-of-the art tools that define the craft brew difference. The tasting room serves as your hub. Ambassadors will explain the fine points of our beers, brewing and even insider Bend travel tips. You can pick up Deschutes Hats, T-shirts, glasses and more. Even grab beer-to-go in growlers, cases and six-packs. With breathtaking Cascade views in a casually-upscale setting, our Mountain Room and Private Event Space at our Bend Public House play unique host to special events, business

Interview with a Brewmaster - Hans On Brewmaster

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 16:34:08 GMT

{xtypo_dropcap}I{/xtypo_dropcap}t is my pleasure to introduce to you, the brewmaster from one of the most well known and well respected Weissbier breweries in the world. I had to dust off and tighten up the Comfy Computer Chair of Fame for this interview as I did not want anything out of place. The man carrying more that 140 years of tradition on his shoulder and doing a fine job of it. Please welcome to CellarMonk, Hans-Peter Drexler

Name(s): Hans-Peter Drexler

Brewery Name: Weisses Bräuhaus G. Schneider & Sohn GmbH

How long have you beer brewmaster there?
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Go Fest Young (Wo)Man

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 18:22:14 GMT

With the approach of summer comes the acceleration of Beer Festival season. Whether it is a giant, say the Great British Beer Festival (GBBF) or the Great American Beer Festival (GABF) or any of the multitude of festivals now being planned, it is time to make the tough decisions. How many can I make it too and how much am I willing to spend?

Our question to you: How many beer festivals do you plan to attend this year?

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