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ASBC Beer Method 3b: Apparent Extract Determination Using Hydrometers

October 1, 2018

This video outlines the ASBC Methods of Analysis technique to measure extract in wort and apparent extract in fermented beer.

ASBC Method Specific Gravity Determination

ASBC Beer Method 2b: Specific Gravity Determination Using a Digital Density Meter

October 1, 2018

This video outlines the ASBC Methods of Analysis technique for using digital density meters to determine the specific gravity of beer and wort.

ASBC Recommended Beer Degassing Methods and Alternatives – Filter Paper Filtration and Degassing

October 1, 2018

This video outlines the ASBC Methods of Analysis technique for using filter paper filtration for beer and wort degassing.

5 Brewers Association Resources to Help You Brew Quality Beer

February 28, 2018

If there is one common principal that everyone shares in the beer industry, it is the importance of ensuring the quality of every beer that reaches consumers. We often think of sparkling beakers and pristine white lab coats when the …Read More

ASBC Microbiological Control 5l: Differential Culture Media for Lactobacillus and Pediococcus (HLP) Media

April 3, 2017

This video outlines the ASBC Methods of Analysis technique for utilizing Hsu's Lactobacillus and Pediococcus (HLP) media in a brewery.

ASBC Microbiological Control 1a: Aseptic Sampling of Beer in Process

April 3, 2017

This video demonstrates the ASBC Methods of Analysis aseptic sampling technique, applied to wort stability testing.

Michigan State University Malting Barley Quality Lab

March 22, 2017

In response to the rapidly growing craft beer industry in Michigan, farmers throughout the state are bringing malting barley back into their crop rotation to supply the growing demand for locally sourced ingredients. High quality grain with the potential to …Read More

Written By Chuck Skypeck , Technical Brewing Projects Director

Technical Brewing Projects Director

Chuck joined the Brewers Association staff in 2013 after a long career as a craft brewer. He opened Tennessee’s first brewpub, Boscos, in 1992. As an owner and director of brewery operations for Boscos Brewing Company, he opened additional brewpubs in Memphis, Nashville, and Little Rock, Arkansas. In 2007, Chuck opened and operated Ghost River Brewing in Memphis. He has served as chair of the Association of Brewers Board of Advisors, chair of the Association of Brewers Board of Directors, and was a member of the first Board of Directors for the Brewers Association. In his capacity as technical brewing projects manager, Chuck works with the Technical Committee and the safety, sustainability, quality, draught beer quality, engineering, and supply chain subcommittees to encourage and facilitate best practices in all phases of Brewers Association members' brewery operations.

A Modern Brewpub’s Quality Control Program

October 25, 2016

By Dana Garves Many brewpubs are eager to implement quality control, but are hesitant for a number of reasons. The main concern is that quality control (QC) is too expensive for a brewpub budget. This is a common misconception; in …Read More

Chef + Brewer = Elevated Beer + Food Pairings

April 28, 2014

Food is a culmination of different ingredients (fruit, vegetables, dairy, proteins, herbs, and spices) mixed with acid, fat, or liquid, served raw or cooked in liquid, or over fire, heat, or smoke. The skillful manipulation of these ingredients can completely …Read More

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