March has kicked off, and here’s the state of things in the Rysk Landscape as we move into spring! Talk about what’s shakin in the brewhouse and vlog set, and where we’re heading for the season. Things are rolling in … ContinuedThe post State

Small Batch Home Brewing in your Kitchen – E26

Feb 6th, 2020 35m 2s

Small batch for homebrewers would be a one or two gallon ‘stovetop’ batch of beer. Ideal for 6-12 bottles it’s a perfect way for the tipplers to brew small batches of beer, at low cost with kitchen equipment! Luke and … ContinuedThe post Small

Welcome to Rysky Business Podcast 2020! – E25

Jan 23rd, 2020 28m 57s

Well – it’s been a rather hectic holiday season, and we’ve gotten way out of sync with production. Here’s a quick ‘catch-up’ episode to let you know what’s been happening, and what’s coming up in 2020 for the Rysk Brewing … ContinuedThe post W

5 Ways to reduce waste in your Home-brewing processes – E24

Nov 4th, 2019 39m 20s

Waste in homebrewing isn’t insignificant. We waste water, grain, time, and more – so how can you be a more mindful brewer? Here are 5 areas you can easily eliminate waste in your home-brewery! As always – the home-brewing hobby … ContinuedThe

Conditioning your Home Brew Beer – E23

Oct 28th, 2019 31m 10s

When it comes to fizz – you can thank the process of ‘conditioning’. Whether done in bottles with priming or in kegs on CO2, conditioning provides necessary flavour enhancements and of course additional fizz. This episode Greg and Luke talk … C

The Best styles for New Home brewers – E22

Oct 21st, 2019 29m 30s

When you start brewing – kits are the easiest way to get a ‘first crack’ at making a drinkable beer, with the fewest steps and highest likelyhood of success. But what comes next? This episode – we talk about the … ContinuedThe post The Best st

Kitchen Home Brewing Tips for Winter Brewers – E21

Oct 9th, 2019 29m 46s

Winter is coming! If you don’t yet have a fancy indoor brewing system then like many – you’re probably stuck brewing in the kitchen too. This episode we talk kitchen brewing tips, and ideas for new homebrewers. Be sure to … ContinuedThe post K

Seasonal Beer and Winter Brewing – E20

Sep 30th, 2019 29m 1s

With fall comes Pumpkin Spice (eww) and Oktoberfest. Seasonal beer is getting ready for aging and sale. Ciders are fermenting, and winter is coming! Lets talk about simple winter brewing, to fill those bottles and kegs, and what to look … Conti

Sampling Homebrew and Skills for Brewery Owners – E19

Sep 21st, 2019 28m 22s

This week – I sampled a co-workers first homebrew. Some great notes on this beer both as a first brew, and as a recipe in general. Objective tasting of homebrew is essential to growing and learning as a brewer. A … ContinuedThe post Sampling H

Test your Beer! Refractometers and Hydrometers – E18

Sep 3rd, 2019 15m 49s

Testing your wort during the mash and boil process is critical to nailing your brewing process and making sure that you’re on track with the intents of your recipe. This episode, Luke and Greg talk about testing wort during your … ContinuedThe

Fruit Flies and Homebrewing Beer – E17

Aug 27th, 2019 22m 28s

The bane of brewers… The fruit fly. These little bastages can get anywhere – and can wreak havoc on your brew. You aren’t alone. Some background and some solutions!The post Fruit Flies and Homebrewing Beer – E17 appeared first on Rysk Brewing.

Canadian Beer Buying and Keeping the Hobby alive – E16

Aug 20th, 2019 28m 38s

Ontario recently changed their rules about buying liquor outside the ‘LCBO’ and “Beer Store” structure. What is the result for consumers? Then – Luke was a jerk and asked me again how my brewing was going this season. Which has … ContinuedThe

Should we Build a Beer Course? – E15

Aug 12th, 2019 24m 38s

Homebrewing is an easy topic to find content for online. Some parts of the world however, don’t have the same kind of access as those of us here in the 1st world. Is it worth tweaking my course to suit … ContinuedThe post Should we Build a Bee

Why can’t I just have a good beer? – E14

Jul 29th, 2019 34m 1s

Why can’t I just enjoy a beer in the park? My city now says cannabis is cool in the park, but a beer is most certainly not. Sad. All that is a moot point though – because I’ve had two … ContinuedThe post Why can’t I just have a good beer? – E1

Conspiracies and the Worst Beer Podcast yet – E13

Jul 23rd, 2019 31m 38s

When Podcasts don’t come together correctly – you get this weeks podcast. You’ve been warned. Sound is awful, and the conversation is full of angst and anxiety for no good reason.The post Conspiracies and the Worst Beer Podcast yet – E13 appea

Brewery Branding and Sharing Beer with Friends and Family – E12

Jul 16th, 2019 36m 52s

This week – we talk about branding and the impact good design has on the shelf, and how to up your sharing game with new carbonation ideas and custom labels.The post Brewery Branding and Sharing Beer with Friends and Family – E12 appeared firs

Home-brewer to Pro-Brewer. Want to open a Brewery? – E11

Jul 8th, 2019 22m 46s

Sorry it’s been a bit since the last Podcast. Life happened, and so did some dental that kept me away from a Mic. We’re back – and this week, we’re talking about the Path from home-brew to pro-brew and one … ContinuedThe post Home-brewer to Pr

The Greatness of “Beer Shows” – E10

Jun 10th, 2019 30m 25s

Beer Shows are a great way to experience local beer. With the potential to sample dozens – if not hundreds – of varieties in one place, these celebrations of fermentation are Beer Nirvana! This episode is our how-to guide on … ContinuedThe pos

Converting a Beer Hater – E09

Jun 3rd, 2019 31m 26s

Luke likes beer. So does Greg. We think you might too – which is why you’re here. Beer is great. Glad we agree. But we all know people who have said “Ugh. I hate beer.” When you meet these folks … ContinuedThe post Converting a Beer Hater – E0

Local Home-brewing Clubs and Guilds – E08

May 27th, 2019 33m 20s

As a homebrewer – it can sometimes feel like your journey is a party between you and the internet, and an occasional trip to the Library. But it doesn’t have to be! This episode, Luke and Greg talk about local … ContinuedThe post Local Home-br

Automated Home Beer Brewing Machines – E07

May 20th, 2019 32m 57s

New in the realm of home brewing are ‘automated’ brewing machines. Fill with water, add a ‘packet’ and 2 weeks later, you’ve got beer on tap. Does automated brewing count as ‘home brewing’ or are they merely status symbols? This … ContinuedThe

Handling Home-brew Failures – E06

May 13th, 2019 30m 49s

What do you do when the beer’s bad? Home brewers will all encounter that day when things just don’t go right. Temperatures, equipment, ingredients, and of course – our wee yeasties. With so many variables – the occasional botched batch … Contin

Beer Recipe Inspiration – E05

May 6th, 2019 24m 2s

When building new recipes – where does inspiration flow from? It can be as easy as the desire to perfect a style, or practice a technique. Very often inspiration for new beer recipes comes directly from those things that move … ContinuedThe po

The Homebrewing Rabbit Hole – E04

Apr 29th, 2019 30m 28s

Home brewing can be a slippery slope where hobbies are concerned. It’s easy to make a batch and move on with your life – but it’s equally easy to drop into the hobby and be absorbed into the grist. The … ContinuedThe post The Homebrewing Rabbi

Where home brewing starts – E03

Apr 22nd, 2019 29m 44s

We all came from somewhere. What was the moment that you decided to start making your own homebrew? And now that you’re a homebrewer, what is your go-to brew when the keg kicks, and the pipeline is empty – where … ContinuedThe post Where home