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Cheers from The Shire! Brewing with Wai-iti Hops

Cheers from The Shire! Brewing with Wai-iti Hops

New Zealand has given us plenty of awesome things over the years. You can argue one of the best are the Lord of the Rings movies (maybe that's just my opinion) but if we're talking cool NZ stuff (and you like beer) - you have to put Wai-iti hops near the top of the list. Known for its distinctive aroma and flavor profile, newcomer to The Shop Wai-iti hops add a touch of New Zealand magic to your brew. In this article, we'll delve into the world of homebrewing with Wai-iti hops, exploring its characteristics, the brewing process, and some...

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Brew Comp Prep - An In-Depth Look at 2 Classic Styles

Brew Comp Prep - An In-Depth Look at 2 Classic Styles

If you follow us on social media channels and are wondering about the 2 styles that you can brew for the Atlantic Home Brew Competition from Gahan - here is some more information. We recently posted some very basic recipes for the two styles, but want to remind people that there is some creative input allowed with these two styles, and you can still meet the Reinheitsgebot qualifications...or not! We won’t judge! For the competition, there are no strict parameters, so maybe you want to brew with adjuncts, use other bittering ingredients, spices, use processed sugar if you are really...

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