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• Pressure Fermentation: Homebrewer Gimmick or Pro Brewer Game-Changer? | QFPB E022

  Is pressure fermentation the secret weapon for faster, cleaner beer—or just a homebrewer gimmick?In this episode of the Quality-focused Pro Brewers Podcast, we dig deep into the real science, risks, and rewards of pressure fermentation in a commercial brewery. You’ll learn: What pressure fermentation actually does (and doesn’t do) The yeast physiology behind it Styles and strains it works for (and which it doesn’t) How to trial it without screwing up your beer Plus, how to avoid serious safety issues when fermenting under pressure Download the Free Craft Brewery Yeast Propagator Build Guide: https://rockstarbrewer.com/yeastpropagator Ready to master yeast husbandry, save 90% on yeast costs, and dial in pro fermentation systems? Book a free 15-min Calibration Call With Hendo: https://rockstarbrewer.com/calibration 00:00 – Is Pressure Fermentation Just a Gimmick?01:00 – Pressure Fermentation’s Home Brewing Roots03:02 – The Real Problem: Treating Pressure as a Shortcut04:16 – Think of Yeast Like a Pet, Not a Product05:34 – All the Fermentation Dials You Control06:22 – What Pressure Fermentation Actually Does09:32 – How to Trial Pressure Fermentation Properly10:36 – Fit for Use + True to Brand = Your Quality Compass11:06 – Critical Factors for a Successful Trial12:59 – Safety Protocols for Fermenting Under Pressure13:55 – Styles & Strains That Work With Pressure15:36 – Styles & Strains That Don’t Work16:35 – Side-by-Side Trials & Benefits Recap17:24 – Free Resource: Build Your Own Yeast Propagator19:02 – Final Thoughts: Trial, Don’t Guess Whenever you’re ready, here are 4 ways I can help you brew consistent, world-class beer that you’re proud of whether you’re planning a brewery build or it’s already up and running: 1. Join the Quality-focused Pro Brewers Podcast Facebook group I post loads of new content especially for pro-brewers in my Facebook group called “Quality-focussed Pro Brewers”.  There’s no stainless steel sellers and no home brewers – https://qualityfocusedprobrewers.com 2. Download “The Pro Brewer Quality & Consistency Checklist” If you’re stuggling to cut through the noise from Internet “research” and want to fast-track improvements to your beer quality, this 5-Step Guide is for you – https://rockstarbrewer.com/download-guide 3. Get the 30 minute Crash Course In how to build beer quality and consistency just like your favourite brewery.  In just 30 minutes, I’ll show you how to implement a brewery quality system, create consistent beer outcomes and drive passionate and creative brewing – https://rockstarbrewer.com/crashcourse 4. Chat With Me 1:1 Over Zoom And if you ever want to get some 1:1 help, we can jump on a quick “Calibration Call”, and brainstorm how to get you to cut through the noise and brew more consistent and high-quality beer – https://rockstarbrewer.com/calibration SOCIALS: Youtube: https://youtube.com/@RockstarBrewer Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rockstarbrewer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rockstarbrewer Twitter:

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• Brew Day Variability = Bad Beer. Here’s How to Fix Wort Production Once & For All! | QFPB E021

  You’re tracking the wrong numbers on brew day.If you’ve ever missed gravity, oversparged, or blindly followed BeerSmith and wondered why your beer turns out inconsistent, this episode will change how you brew forever. In this episode, I introduce The Sacred Trilogy — the three measurements that truly matter for wort production: OG, pH, and temperature. You’ll learn how to ignore the noise, stop chasing volume or efficiency, and instead stay in control of what really affects your beer quality. I’ll also show you two powerful tools: The Dilution Calculation – for hitting your OG perfectly every time The Lauter Cheat Sheet – to prevent tannin extraction and chill haze Whether you’re a solo pro brewer or managing a team, this is how you make brew day simple, predictable, and scalable. 00:00 – The Real Reason Your Wort Is Inconsistent01:03 – Why Most Brew Day Metrics Are Just Noise02:31 – The Sacred Trilogy of Wort Production06:36 – OG, Wort pH & Temperature Explained08:44 – The Danger of Chasing Volume and Efficiency09:54 – The Dilution Calculation11:33 – Lauter Cheat Sheet & The 6/3 Rule13:21 – Lauter to Gravity, Not Volume14:10 – 10-Minute Check: Gravity, pH & Adjustments16:24 – Final Check: Knockout Temperature17:05 – Free Resources & Taking Action18:30 – Reflection: Are You Tracking the Right Numbers? Whenever you’re ready, here are 4 ways I can help you brew consistent, world-class beer that you’re proud of whether you’re planning a brewery build or it’s already up and running: 1. Join the Quality-focused Pro Brewers Podcast Facebook group I post loads of new content especially for pro-brewers in my Facebook group called “Quality-focussed Pro Brewers”.  There’s no stainless steel sellers and no home brewers – https://qualityfocusedprobrewers.com 2. Download “The Pro Brewer Quality & Consistency Checklist” If you’re stuggling to cut through the noise from Internet “research” and want to fast-track improvements to your beer quality, this 5-Step Guide is for you – https://rockstarbrewer.com/download-guide 3. Get the 30 minute Crash Course In how to build beer quality and consistency just like your favourite brewery.  In just 30 minutes, I’ll show you how to implement a brewery quality system, create consistent beer outcomes and drive passionate and creative brewing – https://rockstarbrewer.com/crashcourse 4. Chat With Me 1:1 Over Zoom And if you ever want to get some 1:1 help, we can jump on a quick “Calibration Call”, and brainstorm how to get you to cut through the noise and brew more consistent and high-quality beer – https://rockstarbrewer.com/calibration SOCIALS: Youtube: https://youtube.com/@RockstarBrewer Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rockstarbrewer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rockstarbrewer Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/rockstarbrewer TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@RockstarBrewer DISCLAIMER: This podcast may contain affiliate links or product recommendations, which means that if you click on one of the product links, I’ll receive a small commission. This helps support...

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• Why The Beer You Brew Isn’t Consistent - And How to Fix It! | QFPB E020

  In this episode of the Quality Focused Pro Brewers podcast, Hendo from Rockstar Brewer Academy discusses how professional brewers can gain control over their brewing process and make consistent, high-quality beer. Hendo emphasizes the importance of setting clear targets and tolerances throughout the brewing process rather than constantly tweaking recipes. He explains the concepts of ‘fit for use’ and ‘true to brand,’ the difference between accuracy and precision, and introduces a tool called ‘The Wall of Wisdom’ for documenting targets and tolerances as well as other beer metrics. Key topics include the necessity of accurate measurements, regular equipment calibration, and having a clear production plan to ensure consistency. 00:00 Intro: Why Your Beer Isn’t Consistent (and It’s Not the Recipe)01:27 What Are Targets & Tolerances?06:36 Accuracy vs Precision: Are Your Instruments Lying to You?10:56 From Guessing to Knowing: Stop Relying on Batch Logs13:36 The Freeway Analogy: Structure vs Styling in Brewing15:01 Using Product Specs and the Wall of Wisdom17:23 Brewery Standard Tolerances: Your Trigger for Action18:56 Final Call to Action: Build Your System, Not Just a Recipe Whenever you’re ready, here are 4 ways I can help you brew consistent, world-class beer that you’re proud of whether you’re planning a brewery build or it’s already up and running: 1. Join the Quality-focused Pro Brewers Podcast Facebook group I post loads of new content especially for pro-brewers in my Facebook group called “Quality-focussed Pro Brewers”.  There’s no stainless steel sellers and no home brewers – https://qualityfocusedprobrewers.com 2. Download “The Pro Brewer Quality & Consistency Checklist” If you’re stuggling to cut through the noise from Internet “research” and want to fast-track improvements to your beer quality, this 5-Step Guide is for you – https://rockstarbrewer.com/download-guide 3. Get the 30 minute Crash Course In how to build beer quality and consistency just like your favourite brewery.  In just 30 minutes, I’ll show you how to implement a brewery quality system, create consistent beer outcomes and drive passionate and creative brewing – https://rockstarbrewer.com/crashcourse 4. Chat With Me 1:1 Over Zoom And if you ever want to get some 1:1 help, we can jump on a quick “Calibration Call”, and brainstorm how to get you to cut through the noise and brew more consistent and high-quality beer – https://rockstarbrewer.com/calibration SOCIALS: Youtube: https://youtube.com/@RockstarBrewer Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rockstarbrewer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rockstarbrewer Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/rockstarbrewer TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@RockstarBrewer DISCLAIMER: This podcast may contain affiliate links or product recommendations, which means that if you click on one of the product links, I’ll receive a small commission. This helps support the channel and allows us to continue to make videos like this. Thank you for the support!

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• How to Brew a Killer West Coast Pale Ale or IPA – My Step-by-Step Guide | QFPB E019

  Reviving the Classic West Coast Pale Ale and IPA Style – Brewing with Precision and Passion. Join me as I dive deep into the art of brewing a classic West Coast Pale Ale or IPA. Remember when these beers were clear, crisp, and had that firm, piney bitterness? Somewhere along the line, we lost that iconic style, but today we’ll bring it back. I’ll guide you through the five key principles of crafting a clean, stable, and award-winning brew that sells by the pint. We’ll cover everything from selecting the right malt base to mastering water chemistry and hop selection. Plus, get your hands on a free roadmap to improve the quality of every brew you make. It’s time to make Pale Ale and IPA exciting again. Let’s get brewing! 00:00 Introduction: The Lost Art of Pale Ales and IPAs 00:19 Reviving the Classic West Coast Style 01:24 The Hazification Of Modern Brewing And How We Go Back 02:53 Key Principles for Brewing a Classic West Coast Pale Ale or IPA 05:56 Recipe Development: Malt Base and Bitterness 10:08 Hop Selection and Dry Hopping Techniques 14:43 Yeast and Fermentation Tips 16:55 Water Chemistry and Final Thoughts 19:28 Conclusion: Crafting Your Signature Pale Ale or IPA Whenever you’re ready, here are 4 ways I can help you brew consistent, world-class beer that you’re proud of whether you’re planning a brewery build or it’s already up and running: 1. Join the Quality-focused Pro Brewers Podcast Facebook group I post loads of new content especially for pro-brewers in my Facebook group called “Quality-focussed Pro Brewers”.  There’s no stainless steel sellers and no home brewers – https://qualityfocusedprobrewers.com 2. Download “The Pro Brewer Quality & Consistency Checklist” If you’re stuggling to cut through the noise from Internet “research” and want to fast-track improvements to your beer quality, this 5-Step Guide is for you – https://rockstarbrewer.com/download-guide 3. Get the 30 minute Crash Course In how to build beer quality and consistency just like your favourite brewery.  In just 30 minutes, I’ll show you how to implement a brewery quality system, create consistent beer outcomes and drive passionate and creative brewing – https://rockstarbrewer.com/crashcourse 4. Chat With Me 1:1 Over Zoom And if you ever want to get some 1:1 help, we can jump on a quick “Calibration Call”, and brainstorm how to get you to cut through the noise and brew more consistent and high-quality beer – https://rockstarbrewer.com/calibration SOCIALS: Youtube: https://youtube.com/@RockstarBrewer Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rockstarbrewer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rockstarbrewer Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/rockstarbrewer TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@RockstarBrewer DISCLAIMER: This podcast may contain affiliate links or product recommendations, which means that if you click on one of the product links, I’ll receive a small commission. This helps support the channel and allows us to continue to make videos like this. Thank you for the support!

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• Unlock MASSIVE Hop Aroma, Flavour & Cost Savings With Enzymes: Brew Better Beer with Less | QFPB E018

  A Deep Dive into Brewing Enzymes. In this episode, Hendo & Adsy explore how enzymes can enhance hop aroma, reduce chill haze, and improve brewhouse efficiency without altering the beer recipe. They cover the science behind different enzymes like Amyloglucosidase and Bioglucanase, common misconceptions, and their practical applications in brewing. This detailed discussion provides professional brewers with insights on using enzymes to make better beer faster while maintaining quality. The episode emphasizes data-driven approaches and the natural occurrence of enzymes, addressing common concerns about the use of enzymes in craft brewing. 00:00 Introduction 01:51 What Are Enzymes? 02:33 The Role of Enzymes in Beer Production 04:38 Enzymes Beyond the Mash Tun 08:33 Optimizing Brewing Efficiency with Enzymes 13:34 Specific Enzymes and Their Applications 17:49 Natural Enzymes and Craft Brewing 21:23 Understanding Gluten and Clarex Enzyme 22:53 Common Mistakes with Enzymes 23:11 Debunking Enzyme Myths: ALDC Enzyme & Dry Hop Creep 28:35 Proper Use and Timing of Enzymes 31:43 Biotransformation and New Enzyme Uses 35:38 Measuring Enzyme Impact on Beer Quality 38:46 Proprietary Enzymes and Final Thoughts Whenever you’re ready, here are 4 ways I can help you brew consistent, world-class beer that you’re proud of whether you’re planning a brewery build or it’s already up and running: 1. Join the Quality-focused Pro Brewers Podcast Facebook group I post loads of new content especially for pro-brewers in my Facebook group called “Quality-focussed Pro Brewers”.  There’s no stainless steel sellers and no home brewers – https://qualityfocusedprobrewers.com 2. Download “The Pro Brewer Quality & Consistency Checklist” If you’re stuggling to cut through the noise from Internet “research” and want to fast-track improvements to your beer quality, this 5-Step Guide is for you – https://rockstarbrewer.com/download-guide 3. Get the 30 minute Crash Course In how to build beer quality and consistency just like your favourite brewery.  In just 30 minutes, I’ll show you how to implement a brewery quality system, create consistent beer outcomes and drive passionate and creative brewing – https://rockstarbrewer.com/crashcourse 4. Chat With Me 1:1 Over Zoom And if you ever want to get some 1:1 help, we can jump on a quick “Calibration Call”, and brainstorm how to get you to cut through the noise and brew more consistent and high-quality beer – https://rockstarbrewer.com/calibration SOCIALS: Youtube: https://youtube.com/@RockstarBrewer Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rockstarbrewer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rockstarbrewer Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/rockstarbrewer TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@RockstarBrewer DISCLAIMER: This podcast may contain affiliate links or product recommendations, which means that if you click on one of the product links, I’ll receive a small commission. This helps support the channel and allows us to continue to make videos like this. Thank you for the support!

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