Beer and Survival

22Jul08

The story asserted: “The [alcoholic beverage] industry’s continued growth, however slight, has been a surprise to those who figured that when the economy turned south, consumers would cut back on nonessential items like beer.”
“Non wh at”? Do not try to peddle that proposition in the bleachers or at the beaches in July. It is closer [...]

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Steam Beer

16Jul08

The Steam Beer is put up and, Lord willing, is fermenting and will be ready to bottle next week sometime. OG is 1.052, and it should end up at about 5.5% ABV.
We had a good turnout for brew night and everyone had a good time and with the 45 minute boil recipe we got [...]

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This Was A Funny I Needed To Share

15Jul08

If you are a Christian that drinks a beer after mowing the lawn or has a glass of red wine, there is a tricky little game you play when you meet new Christians. It’s called “do these Christians drink too?”
Stuff Christians Like: Remix – #34. Subtly finding out if you drink beer too..

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Honey Rye PA

13Jul08

I tried a bottle of the HRPA from the last batch two weeks ago and it was hoppy and bitter, much like I expected a Pale Ale to be.
Tonight I tried another bottle (now at 29 days since bottling) and it is a huge step up in flavor. It is still very hoppy, but [...]

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