“Good water makes good beer.” It’s not just a saying—it’s the foundation of brewing science. Water makes up over 90% of beer, yet it’s often the most underestimated ingredient. When perfectly treated, it brings balance, clarity, and consistency to every pour. When...
“Beer brings people together, but brewing your own makes you part of the story.” Across South Africa, more people are discovering the joy of crafting their own beers at home. In fact, home brewing is steadily becoming one of the fastest-growing hobbies in the country,...
The Importance of Fermentation Space “Foam is the language of fermentation.” That’s how one brewer described krausen—the thick, frothy cap that forms on beer during primary fermentation. Ignore it, and your airlock could blow out. Respect it, and you’ll understand why...
“Brewing beer is equal parts art, science, and equipment.” That line, once said by a master brewer, rings true every single day in our industry. Setting up a brewery isn’t just about passion or recipes—it’s about precision tools that turn raw ingredients into...
In 1986, Germany rolled out its Leopard 2 main battle tank and performed a stunt so striking it became legendary. A full stein of beer was placed carefully atop the gun barrel. The tank rumbled forward, the earth shook beneath it, yet the beer barely rippled. That...
The Return of an Old Classic “Fermentation is the creative space between fresh and spoiled food,” Sandor Katz once said. And he’s right. Across kitchens and breweries, people are rediscovering the charm of fermentation crocks. These ceramic vessels, often...