Does brewers yeast expire? When it comes to the shelf life of foods, there are so many things that can affect the length of time you should keep a food including yeast. Some foods have a very short shelf-life because…
Drinking alcohol can add up fast. People always are on the lookout for beer vs whiskey calories composition and intake. In one standard serving of beer, for example, you’ll get about 150 calories, a 5-ounce glass of red wine will…
But how long does malt extract last? When you’re an avid homebrewer, coming up with new ideas for your next batch can sometimes be tricky. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to keep things fresh so that you don’t get…
Here is what you need to know about how to make moonshine at home without a still. You’ll be surprised by how easy it is to make your own moonshine with the right ingredients and equipment. We’ll walk you through…
You can use a hydrometer to measure alcohol by volume (ABV) to ensure your beer is of the right quality. Yes, at Hopsters Brewing Company, we do not recommend you to worry about ABV when you are a beginner in…
To clean and sanitize homebrew equipment is as important as cleaning your hands and utensils before each use. Cleaning your equipment ensures that you’re not introducing contaminants from your clothes or skin into the wort or beer. You should clean…
The final stage of brewing beer is finishing it off in a fermentation tank. However, fermentor VS fermenter: what’s the difference? The fermentor is the vessel where fermentation is done using the fermenter such as yeasts. The final stage in…
Moonshining is an old craft that dates back to the early days of the United States, but how can you flavor moonshine with extract for excellent taste? It’s a wonderful hobby for those looking to explore their craft and make…
Proofing moonshine is important when you are buying or making your own liquor. When it comes to buying moonshine, you’ll find that there is a lot of variation in quality, from the source of the ingredients, to the type of…
For centuries, people have been illegally distilling liquor to make their own drinks. It’s as natural as putting a piece of fruit in a bottle with a little bit of water, and it’s as old as time itself. But how…
