Zymurgy Magazine | September/October 2005

September/October 2005

Check out the featured stories, such as Confessions of Serial Medalists, Craft Brewers ‘Reverse clone’ Homebrew Recipes, Snake Wine and Lagers in Vietnam, Baltimore Charms Homebrewers, and Gear up for GABF.

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Confessions of Serial Medalists

By Lew Bryson

You know they’re out there: Those brewers who consistently make their way onto the winners list at the National Homebrew Competition. What is their secret? Believe it or not, they’re willing to share.

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Craft Brewers ‘Reverse Clone’ Homebrew Recipes

By: Lisa Morrison

Having your friends think you are a homebrewing ninja is one thing; having a commercial brewery produce your beer for the paying public can be the ultimate in ego boosts.

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Snake Wine and Lagers in Vietnam

By: Chris O’Brien

From strong rice liquor with snakes in the bottle, to quenching Pilsener beside a tennis court, to beer that lasts only one day, Vietnam offers an intriguing lesson in beer culture.

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Baltimore Charms Homebrewers

By: Jim Parker

The Charm City lived up to its name as a record 857 homebrewers gathered in Baltimore for three-plus days of homebrew fun at the National Homebrewers Conference.

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Gear up for GABF

By: Jim Parker

With more than 1,500 beers from more than 350 breweries, the Great American Beer Festival® is the largest selection of beers you will find under one roof. Set a game plan before you go to maximize your enjoyment.