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American Homebrewers Association Turns 33

Just weeks after President Carter signed the bill that legalized homebrewing, Charlie Papazian and Charlie Matzen launched the American Homebrewers Association (AHA) in Boulder, CO on December 7, 1978 with the publication of the first issue of Zymurgy mag more >

Give to the Givers

Give an American Homebrewers Association (AHA) membership. Six times per year, they'll receive Zymurgy magazine. They'll have access to eZymurgy anytime. They'll get discounts at over 550 pubs, breweries and other great establishments. more >

Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Maple Smoked Bacon and Beer

Looking for a great way to bring your latest homebrew to your Thanksgiving table? These sweet potatoes—did we mention they have bacon too—are sure to spice up your holiday table! more >

Michigan Homebrew Bill Passed

Michigan Governor Richard Synder signed HB 4061 into law making it legal for brew pubs and restaurants to host homebrew club meetings and other club events where homebrew is served. more >

Required Reading

It may not be as extensive as your neighbor kid's honors U.S. history homework, but we've taken a look back at homebrewing's history.  more >

AHA Learn to Homebrew Day 2011

Learn to homebrew this weekend, Saturday, November 5th! Whether you've never brewed, wished you brewed more often or are a seasoned homebrewer - be sure to pick up some ingredients at your local homebrew supply shop and get brewing! more >

Zymurgy Online Extra: So I Married a Homebrewer, Part II

It’s been five years since Diana Davis married a homebrewer, and four since she chronicled the experience in the September/October 2007 Zymurgy. Now the question she gets most often: “How’s the marriage going?” A lot has happened in those intervening brew more >

Newly Expanded Homebrew Supply Shop Directory

The American Homebrewers Association's newly expanded Homebrew Supply Shop directory is now the most complete, up-to-date list of shops anywhere, online or in print.  more >

eZymurgy

The future is here! All the excellent content you've enjoyed in Zymurgy magazine is now available in digital format along with the hardcopy you receive by mail.  more >

Ask the Experts: Denny Conn

Ever wish you could just ask an expert for advice on sparging? Well here's your chance! Denny Conn himself is taking questions on batch sparging equipment and techniques, October 18 - 24. Don't miss it! more >

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Pimp My System:  Call's Craft Brewery Jockey Box

Pimp My System: Call's Craft Brewery Jockey Box

Brian Call combined his passions for brewing and woodworking to create this jockey box which features eight taps with custom handles. The jockey box has proven to the perfect accessory for homebrew gatherings and beer and food pairing parties. more >