Introducing The Beer Craft, Beer and Brewing Podcast.
The Beer Craft: Beer and Brewing Podcast is your ultimate guide to homebrewing. Hosted by Ben Holm and Andrew Ziegler, this podcast is all about celebrating the craft of brewing beer, wine, cider, and mead. Each episode dives deep into the heart of brewing, offering everything from practical tips and techniques and history lessons that inspire and entertain to fascinating interviews with professional brewers. Whether you’re just starting or an expert looking for new ideas, The Beer Craft delivers insights, laughs, and the inspiration to make your next beer your best beer. It is also available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartradio, Amazon Music/Audible, and YouTube.
Tune in on Wednesday at 6:30 Pacific time for new episodes.
- There is a time and place for everything, even non-alcoholic beer. This week on the Beer Craft, Ben and Andrew look at the NA scene, with 60% of young drinkers and 40% of drinkers overall reporting wanting to drink less in 2024. Making your own NA beer sounds tempting but most often requires equipment not […]
- As the frost settles and winter's chill takes hold, it's the perfect time to explore the cozy, bold world of winter beers and brewing. In this week's episode of The Beer Craft, Beer, and Brewing Podcast, Ben and Andrew dive into the flavors, styles, and techniques that make winter brewing special. From the rich complexities […]
- In this episode of The Beer Craft, we're diving head first into the deep end on one of the most critical yet often overlooked aspects of brewing—water chemistry. Join Ben and Andrew as they break down the top ten actionable tips for improving your brewing water, making your beer crisper, more flavorful, and just plain better. […]
- What turns your wort into beer? In this episode of The Beer Craft Podcast, we take you on a journey through the incredible world of yeast. We'll explore how these tiny organisms transform sweet wort into delicious beer and reveal the science behind each step. We explain the critical differences between Ale and Lager yeast […]
- Ever wondered what gives your favorite beer its body, flavor, and beautiful golden hue? In this episode of The Beer Craft, Ben and Andrew crack open the magic behind malt—the true backbone of every brew. Whether you’re a seasoned brewer or just starting out, discover why malt is the key to a great beer, from […]
- This week, we are finishing what we started. In this episode we are covering where to find a recipe from reputable sources. The recipes that you find online are not created equally but we are here to give you guidance and point you in the right direction. We also have some tips on choosing your […]
- In Episode 5 of The Beer Craft podcast, hosts Ben and Andrew dive into the essentials of homebrewing equipment, making the intimidating process approachable for beginners. They discuss the core gear needed to kick off your brewing journey, including a 5-gallon brew kettle, various fermenters, airlock, and stopper systems, siphoning gear, sanitizers, and bottling equipment. […]
- Terrors of the Tank If there is one word that scares most brewers, it has to be Infection. Of course, nothing that can survive fermentation will hurt us or make us sick, but the dread we feel is enough to make night terrors look like dancing sugar plums. On this episode we take a look at the […]
- In this episode of The Beer Craft, Ben and Andrew explore wet hopping, a unique brewing technique that uses freshly harvested hops to impart vibrant aromas and flavors. Learn the difference between fresh and wet hops, the challenges brewers face, and how to use wet hops effectively in your next batch. We'll cover: The importance of […]
- Fall, in the Pacific Northwest brings us many new opportunities to enjoy beer. The season's change is also the tail end of the beer festival scene. In this week's episode, we talk about what beers to enjoy while wearing your favorite flannel, we break down the world's best-known beer fest, and we introduce a beer […]
- The Hotbreak Beer and Brewing Podcast. Episode 1. We take to the microphone for the first time. Andrew Ziegler and Ben Holm start off the series. Meet your hosts and find out what you can expect from The Hotbreak Beer and Brewing Podcast. Links: Whatcom County. Bellingham Brewers Guild https://bellinghamhomebrewersguild.org/ Skagit County. NORWA Northern Washington […]