FInally got some time to edit and upload these 2. Episode 1 was lost due to the issues we’ve been having with the software we’ve been using, but it looks to be sorted now, so heres a short one to … The Commercial Pod – Episode 2 Read More »
The usual suspects return for a detailed discussion of ways to streamline and enhance your brewday process
Owen went on holiday for this one, so we needed someone with as sexy a voice, and as good a knowledge of beer, so we subbed in Chris Harrison-Hawkes AKA Harrybrew for a pod. This one should give you an … Episode 29 – Recipe Development Read More »
Time flies when you’re having fun doing all these podcasts, and we just wanted to sit down and discuss where our brewing was at, and the new things on the market were as well. We also do the draw for … Episode 28 – The state of the Union Read More »
We delve into the world of Kveik as we understand it, Tricky has strong views on Lagers, and Marvin Gaye gets it on… Last chance to sign up for the iTap giveaway, so sign up for the newsletter on www.thehopaddition.uk … Episode 27 – Kveik Read More »
This episode we talk about the perils of Oxygen, what it can do to your beer and when its good, and when its not. The audio for this one got a little garbled towards the end so the last 20 … Episode 26 – Oxygen Read More »
Episode 25 is live! So this isn’t a topic a lot of people cover, but after Tricky giving us a glimpse into his routine, we thought it might be good to cover this one in detail to dispel some myths … Episode 25 – Cleaning and Sanitation Read More »
After some issues away from the podcast, a super busy couple of weeks at work and a whole slew of problems with the editing process, finally this one is done. Its a Q&A episode which should provide some laughs and … Episode 24 – Finally! Read More »
Episode 23 of the podcast is a blast down the winding backroads of adjuncts and general beer additives, from citrus to cacao and everything in between. This is a good one, everyone is on form on this episode. Thanks for … Episode 23 – Shit you can throw in beer! Read More »
My apologies, this episode got forgotten, I thought I’d uploaded it, but clearly not. Time has not been my friend over the last few weeks, so here it is. Bitters. Us blathering about them for a while and banging on … Episode 22 – Bitters Read More »
A wide ranging discussion of pressure fermentation, what is it, what does it do and how can you use it when home-brewing. Plus the an angry baby and the genesis of Millington Bingo.
In this episode, Andy Owen and Chris discuss German beers and why you need them in your life. Strap in, Chris gets very excited in this one…
The one that nearly got lost in a house move, but it’s here and it’s a grand tour of all things gadget in home brewing. Beers were drunk, keyboards were soiled and some good banter was exchanged, hope you enjoy!
This one is a monster. 4 hours of Tricky, Owen, Andy and myself discussing everything. Tricky gets slammed and I almost fall asleep. A fun meandering run through all things Christmas beer related. Back to our usual programming from the … Episode 18 – Christmas Special Read More »
A slightly shambolic (due to over consumption of Impy Stouts) discussion of Porters and Stouts, what are they, where did they come from and how can you brew them. Plus the triumphant return of el’duderino himself Tricky!
Episode 16 is here and its a meandering, contentious, yawning journey through the wonderful world of lagers. This is the hardest style to perfect so we give you some tips as to how to make a good one, and talk … Episode 16 – Largers Read More »
This episode is all about the wonderful world of New England IPAs, we try a seriously impressive homebrewed version, and we talk about all the things that you need to know about to make one yourself. Enjoy.
Episode 14 of the Hop Addition is here! Its a Q&A episode which is the longest we’ve ever done. Lots of information, but should be good for a listen. Many thanks to everyone who sent in questions for us to … Episode 14 – Its a long strange road… Read More »
This episode is a long one, and discusses Pale Ales and IPAs, the blurred lines between them and explains the guidelines. We deliberately didn’t talk about water profiles because as you can appreciate, there are so many which can be … Episode 13 – Threesome. Read More »
Episode 12 is a rambling convoluted run through the world of wheat beers, my guest co-host on this one was Owen Puckett; The Blue Trouser Brewer. We covered just about everything we could think of to do with wheat beers … Episode 12 – Wheat Beers with The Blue Trouser Brewer Read More »
Since my brother from another mother Tricky currently has a crotchfruit and house moving issue to resolve, I’ve recruited a guest cohost for this episode in Andy Lynch of The High Road Brewery channel on YouTube to come on and … Episode 11 – The one with the Scottish Tricky. Read More »
I guess podcasts are like buses sometimes, you wait an age for one and two arrive close together 😉 this episode wraps up the all grain series by looking at packaging options bottles, barrels, kegs and everything in between. We … Episode 10 – Packaging Beer Read More »
The 3rd edition in our all grain series looks at where the magic really happens, in the fermenter! We discuss yeasts and how to keep them happy fermentation gear and gadgets , do’s and don’ts and then go off on … Episode 9 – Fermentation Read More »
The next stage in our all grain process series takes us to the boil, we cover all the aspects related to sterilising, hop utilisation, hot and cold break, off flavours and more but you will probably remember this one more … Episode 8 – The Boil Read More »
I slightly meandering journey through the process of mashing, we were both quite well oiled for this one so a few naughty words might have slipped out and the occasional rant but hopefully you will still enjoy it! In this … Episode 7 – All Grain Process Series – Mashing Read More »
A run through of the different ways you can brew beer at home from kits through to the different types of all grain brewing. A good one for beginners but some general info and discussion for more experienced brewers too. … Episode 6 – Methods for homebrewing beer Read More »
Strap in folks this is a long one! This episode we try and break down water chemistry to its key elements. We also review our first beermail from a listener and take another commercial break! P.s we have given up … Episode 5 – Water Chemistry Read More »
If you are feeling a bit overwhelmed by all the information on Covid 19 in the news then maybe don’t listen to this one but we felt we had to have a chat about whats going on as its such … Episode 4.5 – Wash Your F*cking Hands Read More »
This episode discusses the various methods for harvesting and propagating yeast so you can brew numerous batches from a single yeast pack. We also give a few shout outs to people who have been supporting us during the first few … Episode 4 – Re-Using Yeast Read More »
In this episode we discuss some common off flavours that you might experience while home-brewing and strategies to avoid them. Let us know what you think of the episode, anything that we could improve or got wrong or any questions … Episode 3 – Beer Off – Flavours Read More »
