Avoiding Disaster When Fermenting

Recently, I almost found myself in a bit of a sticky situation, quite literally. A few weeks ago, I had brewed an imperial stout kit, and not twenty four hours later, the airlock was happily bubbling away. I didn’t think much of it, except I was glad that the yeast was doing its job. Well, the yeast was doing too good of a job, and beer started to infiltrate the airlock, which gave me flashbacks to a Belgian beer I had brewed months prior. The airlock of the Belgian beer got clogged, which made it so the carbon dioxide [...]

By |2021-06-23T15:22:24-04:00March 6th, 2020|Latest Articles|

New Island Mist Flavor!

A brand new Island Mist kit flavor is being added to the permanent lineup of flavors, Mango Citrus! Mango Citrus is juicy ripe mango complemented with a bright citrus twist of grapefruit, orange, and lemon flavors. Perfectly refreshing, easy-drinking, and sure to become a year-round favorite. This delicious new kit will be arriving in March, just in time to get ready for Summer!

By |2021-06-23T15:23:11-04:00February 12th, 2020|Wine Kits|

Great Beer and Food Pairings to Make the Most of your Meal

Are you looking to make a big splash with your next meal? Knowing which beer to pair with different food is a key skill for home cooks and professionals alike. Choosing the wrong beer and food pairings can drown out subtle flavors in your dish. It very well may ruin the hours you spent in the kitchen. Knowing which is the best beer for a meal brings out these flavors. It can even turn everyday food into a taste sensation. Whether you want to make a homebrew or just understand what should or shouldn't be served with an IPA, you can't be without this [...]

By |2021-06-23T15:23:45-04:00December 12th, 2019|Brewing Kits|

How to Pair Wine and Cheese: Everything You Need to Know

Of all of the culinary marriages in this world, there are few that have stood the test and time quite like wine and cheese. Simple, rustic, artistic, and sophisticated, all in equal measure. The myriad combinations of wine and cheese can always guarantee a decadent and delicious evening. However, simple as they may be, pairing them correctly can be intimidating for the uninitiated. You don't need to consult a wine and cheese pairing chart to master the ancient practice. Whether you're shopping for vintages or making your own wine, read on to find out what you should know about wine [...]

By |2021-06-23T15:24:17-04:00December 12th, 2019|Wine Kits|

6 Spices and Herbs to Add to your Homebrew Repertoire

Have you ever thought about brewing wine or beer? It’s not as difficult as it seems. In fact, if you have the basic ingredients, it’s fairly easy. Once you become more familiar with the process, you can even experiment with different spices and herbs. Brewing spices are elements you can add to wine, beer or cocktails that really kick things up a notch. Below we have provided 6 mulling spices that will really shake things up. 6 Spices and Herbs for your Brewing Repertoire Coriander and Sea Salt Coriander and sea salt have been staples in beer-making for a long time. [...]

By |2021-06-23T15:19:37-04:00December 12th, 2019|Brewing Kits, Wine Kits|
Go to Top