In this entertaining introduction to extract home brewing, award-winning home brewer James Spencer leads you through the process in an easy-to-understand way. Fellow home brewer Steve Wilkes joins James as they brew a batch of amber ale on the stovetop.
You'll see an hour-long demonstration of making beer, starting at brewing and ending at bottling, covering every step in between. James and Steve will show you helpful tips to make your brewing successful and help you to avoid common pitfalls that can get in the way of making the best beer you’ve ever tasted. A handy chapter list will make it easy for you to revisit topics at a later time.
New! Now with a section on how to make a starter. Also, no region encoding!
Format: NTSC DVD Video
Length: 82 minutes
No region encoding
Click on the segments below to see samples of the DVD. (Requires QuickTime.)
Additional segments include:
What is Malt Extract?
Learn what malt extract is and how it gets from raw barley or wheat to the ingredient you use at home.
What are Hops?
What makes a beer "hoppy," and why are hops so important to making a really great beer? Find out here.
Enjoying Your Beer
So you've made a great beer. Now, how do you get the most out of it?
Types of Beer
Learn about ales and lagers and what sets them apart.
Using a Hydrometer
For those who want to measure the alcohol content of their brews, the hydrometer is the tool to use.
If you're already an experienced home brewer, Basic Brewing: Introduction to Extract Home Brewing also makes a great gift to introduce your friends to this exciting, rewarding hobby.