Articles written by Marty Nachel

It's at this time of year that alcohol consumption rates increase exponentially -as well as the many problems associated with it. Learn how to avoid these problems.

Dec 10, 2009 - Marty Nachel

Christmas dinner is the perfect opportunity to enhance your gustatory pleasure with appropriate pairing of beer and food selections. Here's a good place to start.

Dec 10, 2009 - Marty Nachel

Pairing beer with your Thanksgiving repast is one of the Holiday's sublime pleasures. It's not difficult and there are no hard-and-fast rules that need to be followed.

Nov 18, 2009 - Marty Nachel

Beer and pretzels, beer and pizza, beer and bratwurst- these things we've come to expect, but beer and chocolate?

Oct 26, 2009 - Marty Nachel

One of the things about the world of beer that is least misunderstood is the concept of "beer styles". Did you know there are over two dozen major categories of beer?

Sep 24, 2009 - Marty Nachel

To the vast majority of people in the United States and to much of the world, the beverage we know as beer is typified by the crisp, golden lagers.

Sep 22, 2009 - Marty Nachel

In order to speak the language of those who brew their own beer at home -or at least understand those who do-- it helps to know the vocabulary.

Mar 19, 2009 - Marty Nachel

Ever want to feel like you're on the inside when brewers and marketers start throwing unique and obscure beer and brewing terms around? Now you can...

Mar 17, 2009 - Marty Nachel

Did you ever want to sound as pretentious as some wine drinkers as you sip your favorite beers? Here's a list of words and terms to help you achieve your goal.

Mar 17, 2009 - Marty Nachel

Of all the products sold in the United States, beer is one of the most regulated consumer products in America today. Here's a brief look at a few of the wackiest laws.

Mar 4, 2009 - Marty Nachel

Making homebrew is pretty easy; what you have to do with it when it's done is a bit more difficult. Bottling 5 gallons of beer is a bit exasperating for some.

Feb 19, 2009 - Marty Nachel

Homebrewers tend to be an adventurous lot. Once they've mastered the art and science of fermentation, they like to try new and different things. How about mead?

Feb 18, 2009 - Marty Nachel

Throughout the process of homebrewing, the beer has to be transferred from one vessel to another a number of times. This is where the art of siphoning comes in handy.

Feb 17, 2009 - Marty Nachel

One of the keys to making good homebrew is to promote a quick, healthy fermentation in your beer. One way to do that is to make sure you pitch the proper amount of yeast

Feb 17, 2009 - Marty Nachel

Consumers are becoming increasingly aware of the ingredients in the foods and beverages they eat and drink, but few really know how much alcohol is in their favorite beer

Feb 12, 2009 - Marty Nachel

Folks who brew their own beer at home --especially beginners-- don't always have a good understanding of how alcohol is created and how it can be measured. Here's how...

Feb 11, 2009 - Marty Nachel

For many, there is a concern about beers that are not allowed by the kashrut (Jewish dietary laws). This article sheds some light on this little discussed topic.

Feb 10, 2009 - Marty Nachel

Are you looking for a special beer to enjoy even as the snow piles up outside? Here's a list of seasonal beers to sip next to the fire and put a glow in your cheeks.

Jan 29, 2009 - Marty Nachel

Every year just as cabin fever begins to set in, beer lovers start to salivate as they turn the pages of their calendars to February. They know that doppelbock is coming.

Jan 29, 2009 - Marty Nachel

With the passage of time and the assistance of gravity, most homebrews will clarify naturally. If time is a luxury, however, there are other means of clarifying your beer

Jan 23, 2009 - Marty Nachel

Most homebrewers don't like adding artificial ingredients to their brew, but occasionally, additives and preservatives serve a good purpose.

Jan 23, 2009 - Marty Nachel

Those who want to make fermented beverages at home should acquaint themselves with a hydrometer and its proper use. It's pretty easy, here's how.

Jan 21, 2009 - Marty Nachel

Homebrewers often taste something that really strikes their fancy and wonder how it would taste in a beer. Go ahead and scratch that itch, it's called experimentation.

Jan 15, 2009 - Marty Nachel

There is an almost unlimited number of flavors you can add to your brew, though not all of them are tasty and enjoyable; a little restraint may be called for here.

Jan 15, 2009 - Marty Nachel

With the rapidly spreading interest in organic foods and ingredients, "organic beer" has become the new buzzword in the worldwide brewin industry.

Jan 14, 2009 - Marty Nachel

Gluten-free beer allows Celiac sufferers to continue enjoying their favorite beverage without the risks normally associated with their condition.

Jan 14, 2009 - Marty Nachel

That beer is ever-present in society is an inescapable fact. For evidence of this, one need look no further than popular music for references to the bubbly beverage.

Jan 8, 2009 - Marty Nachel

If you are already brewing your own beer at home, it takes just a one simple extra step to create a full-flavored spice beer for the Holidays. Here's the lowdown.

Dec 2, 2008 - Marty Nachel

Holiday Beers, Yule Ales, Winter Warmers -it doesn't matter what you call them; these special offerings are a delight to sip, savor and share with others.

Nov 25, 2008 - Marty Nachel

Commercial brewers don't limit themselves to one source of fermentable sugar to create their beer and neither should homebrewers. There are plenty of alternatives around

Nov 20, 2008 - Marty Nachel

If you are considering making your own beer from scratch, you'll need to mash your own grains. To do so properly, a basic understanding of water chemistry is needed.

Nov 18, 2008 - Marty Nachel

Ever heard the admonition "lousy water makes lousy coffee"? Well, this is not only true of java-making, but also with brewing beer. Quality water makes quality beer.

Nov 17, 2008 - Marty Nachel

Often misunderstood and underappreciated, hops role in beer is vital. From aroma to flavor to bitterness, hops' unique character and contribution can't be denied.

Nov 11, 2008 - Marty Nachel

Nothing is as important to the success of your homebrew than the cleanliness of the equipment used to brew and bottle your beer. Here's why and how...

Nov 4, 2008 - Marty Nachel

Malt is one of the four primary ingredients needed to brew beer, but it contributes the most to the overall beer character.

Nov 4, 2008 - Marty Nachel

It's made from fruit, but it has the carbonation and alcohol level of beer. Hard apple cider is a fruity spritzer centuries ahead of its time.

Nov 4, 2008 - Marty Nachel

Success in the kitchen begins with a good recipe; success in the brewery is no different. This article helps budding homebrewers get their beers off to a good start.

Oct 30, 2008 - Marty Nachel

If you are considering becoming a homebrewer, this article provides a good heads-up on what supplies you need to brew beer and where you can find them...recipes too!

Oct 29, 2008 - Marty Nachel

Looking for a quick primer on what homebrewing equipment is needed and its how it's used? Well, look no further...

Oct 23, 2008 - Marty Nachel

This article presents the entire beer-making process at the commercial level in a very clear and concise manner -from malting to packaging, it's all there.

Oct 19, 2008 - Marty Nachel

Oktoberfest -that ubiquitous autumn festival- has a history and a charm that has been overshadowed by the beer that bears its name. Here's a glance into its past...

Oct 13, 2008 - Marty Nachel

Scared of Stout? Put off by Porter? Intimidated by India Pale Ale? Learn how simple it is to open your mind and expose your palate to the world's many beer styles.

Oct 9, 2008 - Marty Nachel

Ever wonder when or how beer was invented -or by whom? Based on archeological evidence, this article provides a glimpse into our beer brewing past.

Oct 7, 2008 - Marty Nachel