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Spent beer grain crackers

March 11, 2019 | Posted by The Hop + Grain

Ever wondered what to do with all that leftover grain from brewing ?
Why not try using some of that spent beer grain for making crackers to enjoy with cheese, dips – and, of course, your beer !

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5 New Zealand Breweries Worth Visiting

June 5, 2018 | Posted by The Hop + Grain

A few breweries we visited in New Zealand…and you should too!

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Recycling beer bottles for homebrew

April 5, 2018 | Posted by The Hop + Grain

Handy guide for how to properly clean beer bottles for your next batch of homebrew.

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The Quest for Clear Beer

March 17, 2018 | Posted by The Hop + Grain

Some tricks and tips to help achieve brighter and more appealing beers.

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Ask The Experts: Mash Efficiency

March 14, 2018 | Posted by The Hop + Grain

A few handy tips to improve your all-grain mash efficiency.

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DIY: Build a Jockey Box

October 15, 2017 | Posted by The Hop + Grain

A cheap, easy way to serve kegs portably, we show you how to build a jockey box from scratch.

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How to brew: Ginger Beer from Scratch

September 17, 2017 | Posted by The Hop + Grain

Ginger beer is a tasty drink for warm weather. Cool down with one of your own brew!

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DIY Strawberry Jam

September 13, 2016 | Posted by The Hop + Grain

Sometimes we like to make things that aren’t beer. This jam recipe is super simple so give it a go.

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Coconut in beer – how to use it properly

July 27, 2016 | Posted by The Hop + Grain

Dan from BrewConductor.com takes us through the best ways to use coconut in brewing.

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