Simple Homebrewing: Great Beer, Less Work, More Fun

I'm a new homebrewer and have been reading and absorbing everything I can. Heard about this book from Brad Smith's Beersmith podcast... and this book a breath of fresh air.In a cheerful, rollicking way Drew and Denny cover key homebrew topics in discrete chapters. There's no reason to read this book linearly (though it's enjoyable to do so. It is just as effective flipping directly to the chapter of greatest interest and reading there. In the digital version, hyperlinks allow cross-references between chapters. Every chapter has not only a recipe illustrating the main topic, but an interview with a pro or established brewer to add the light of experience.For me, the chapter on small scale brewing was not only a revelation but also empowering. I've been thinking I MUST scale to five gallons shortly...but why? Drew and Denny lay out many good reasons why small-scale brewing is not only adequate but even preferable.That is just one example. There is a lot of material here, and this will be a reference I will come back to time and again.If this book isn't enough, I commend to you their Experimental Brewing podcast.

The title of the book really says it all. Both Denny and Drew are here to present you with ideas of how to simplify your brew day without sacrificing on quality. This is a hobby that loves to get bogged down in toys, get paranoid about details, and continue to do things because it's been said on the internet forever. If you're strapped for time or not enjoying the hobby as much, this book is for you.Personally, I've found it to be a great way to take a step back and reassess my brewing and think about ways to cut the fluff. I also think the recipe design and recipe templates are a great idea to start building my own templates and to test new ideas.Either seasoned or beginner, I think you'll get a lot of value out of this book and it's been a great addition to my library. Highly recommended.

Thinking about getting into brewing beer at home? If you like beer, and looking for a hobby, brewing beer at home is an excellent choice. You are going to need some education and get some learning type education under your belt. This book tells you what you need to know. It distills (<-- pun) the essentials and the important stuff you need to go down the path of homebrewing success.Simple Homebrewing is written by two homebrewers, that actually learned how to brew beer at home. Their mistakes, their lessons learned, their pain, their "What the . . . . ?" moments, their empirical knowledge are melded into Simple Homebrewing to save you time, money, stress and get better homebrew in your glass.It really is that Simple. (Homebrewing)If you get into the hobby, this will not be the last book you buy, but Simple Homebrewing should be your first.

This is a fun book. Lots of ideas targeted at simplifying the brew process. There are sections on water chemistry and all the various home brew processes as well as how to design recipes and a lot of provided recipes. A great book for experienced as well as newby brewers. This book is a little outside the normal box so there should be something in there that will raise your eyebrows and some new ideas.

Homebrewers (myself included) love to overthink the process. Drew and Denny bring it all down to earth in a fun and insightful book. Great addition to any brewing library.

I am an experienced homebrewer but confess to not knowing all the answers to brewing a great beer. These guys had a great many tips for streamlining my processes to save time and money and make each session more enjoyable. To top it off, they are hilarious at times and would be good company on a brew day!

Lots of good tips/ideas for an easier and FASTER brew day!! Simple and very helpful!! I've been brewing for several years now, and thought 'Man, why did i never think of that!' when reading. Very helpful read!

Simple Homebrewing: Book is good read

Easy and amusing introduction to brewing. This book contains information of use to beginner and experienced brewer. It is presented in a format which allows the reader to dip in and out as required. Simply a good read for anyone with an interest in brewing.

Great book, loads of good advice. Probably not the best book for anyone just starting, but great for different options to improve process.