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Post by Ken on Sept 25, 2020 8:50:32 GMT -6
I got an email from KegWorks about some craft N/A beer. I did not realize there was this much NA beer out there other than your O'Douls, Coors NA, Kaliber, Clausthaler, etc. On one hand, it's 2020 and beer (with alcohol) has been our steady friend throughout a weird year. OTOH, I do know some people who are trying to drink less and I know that B2000 is on a mission too. Maybe THESE options would be attractive to some people here. Has anyone tried any of these? Can you say Cheers! to someone about to pound an NA beer?  If so, Cheers! |
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Post by Leftympfrmde on Sept 25, 2020 8:58:21 GMT -6
I've done Sober Oktober last year. do the same thing in the spring, in the spirit of Lent. A system reset, sans booze, will do the body good.
Never said I particularly enjoy it, but I find it as a way for self regulation. Useally, I'll plan a brew around these dry periods. Made an Alt last weekend with a few brew buddies. this weekend, I'll keg it and let it lager until November.
It'll taste sooo good.
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Post by Seven on Sept 25, 2020 9:10:20 GMT -6
Haven't tried any of the "new" breed of N/A beers but I noticed yesterday that Fermentis has a yeast specifically for low/no alcohol beers. I believe it's intended to only ferment simple sugars and to leave maltose and maltotriose untouched.
Correction...I've tasted Lagunitas Hoppy Refresher. It's more of a hopped seltzer than a beer, however.
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Post by drez on Sept 25, 2020 9:23:30 GMT -6
Athletic is brewed in CT, one state over from me and I have wanted to try it but at 12/6 pack it is hard to buy. I can get a APA that i really like for 8/6 pack. I know that Athletic would be better for me but I have a hard time pulling the trigger.
I do agree that a "reset" during the year is good and I do it my self. I just do not need a company telling me when to do it.
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Post by Ken on Sept 25, 2020 9:40:29 GMT -6
Athletic is brewed in CT, one state over from me and I have wanted to try it but at 12/6 pack it is hard to buy. I can get a APA that i really like for 8/6 pack. I know that Athletic would be better for me but I have a hard time pulling the trigger. I do agree that a "reset" during the year is good and I do it my self. I just do not need a company telling me when to do it. Don't tell ME when to dry out!  |
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Post by bklmt2000 on Sept 25, 2020 12:49:41 GMT -6
My plan is no brewing until next year, probably springtime at the earliest. Grains are stowed away in air-tight Vittles Vaults, hops are vac-sealed in the freezer, and yeast either in packet form (US-05 and 34/70, with use-by dates in mid-2022), or as slurries, napping under wort in Mason jars in the lager fridge. Nothing's going anywhere.
Looking to take the next several months to let my liver heal, and also to minimize the likelihood of domestic strife when I decide to start brewing again.
If I told my wife today that I wanted to start brewing again, I don't think she'd be supportive. But by next spring, let's say, I think she'd be more supportive, or at least tolerant, of me starting to brew again. We shall see.
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Post by Ken on Sept 25, 2020 13:05:18 GMT -6
My plan is no brewing until next year, probably springtime at the earliest. Grains are stowed away in air-tight Vittles Vaults, hops are vac-sealed in the freezer, and yeast either in packet form (US-05 and 34/70, with use-by dates in mid-2022), or as slurries, napping under wort in Mason jars in the lager fridge. Nothing's going anywhere. Looking to take the next several months to let my liver heal, and also to minimize the likelihood of domestic strife when I decide to start brewing again. If I told my wife today that I wanted to start brewing again, I don't think she'd be supportive. But by next spring, let's say, I think she'd be more supportive, or at least tolerant, of me starting to brew again. We shall see. I have heard of a number of homebrewers who choose to go the lower-ABV route. I realize that is not for everyone but they may have a reason to do it... they just happen to drink large quantities, maybe a health issue, maybe they're getting a beer belly, some older guys seem to go this route, etc. I have seen many people post recipes that fall between 3.8% and maybe 4.5%. That seems like it would be a good drop from your regular 6-7% beers. I think it would have an impact on your general enjoyment of the beer and as a result, domestic relations. All of this is easy for me to say since most of my beers are between 4 and 5% already. Good luck with it. |
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If so, Cheers!
