Resource Guide
Having the right information will help you create better beer. We’ve collected reference charts to help guide you through the incredible choice of hops, yeast strains, grains and adjuncts. You will also find here a water spreadsheet to tweak your brewing water and find the correct amount of carbonation for your next batch with our carbonation chart. And if things don’t go as expected we have a handy troubleshooting chart ready. Find out definitions to brewing terms in our glossary. Finally you can use our supplier directory to find a homebrewing supply store near you.
Click the links below to explore all this information that will help you brew world-class beer right in your home!
Videos
Sometimes it’s easier to understand a point when it is presented visually. Find videos of brewing topics spanning techniques, ingredients, and equipment.
Live Chat Q&A
Miss one of our chat sessions with a brewing expert? Check out our Live Chat Q&A archives.
BYO+ Workshops
Our BYO+ Workshops are available only for BYO+ and Nano+ members, and feature in-depth presentations from experts in the homebrewing field. Each workshop includes a video presentation and slide deck.
Brew Glossary
It’s critical to know important homebrewing terms and their definitions so you can better understand the recipes and techniques outlined by Brew Your Own‘s writers. Find everything you need in our Brew Glossary.
Charts and Calculators
Brewing beer isn’t like following grandma’s pasta sauce recipe; a little bit of this, a dash of that. You need to know specifically which ingredients to use and precisely how much to get the best possible outcome. Keep our thorough charts and calculators handy to keep your next batch on the right track.
- Brew Water Spreadsheet
- Carbonation Priming Chart
- Comparing and Selecting Hops
- Grains and Adjuncts Chart
- Homebrew Yeast Strains Chart
- Pitching Rates for Fresh Yeast
- Troubleshooting Chart
Make a Yeast Starter
Yeast converts sugars into alcohol and carbon dioxide, which is central to the brewing process. Learn to make your own yeast starter with this information courtesy of Wyeast Labs.
Homebrew Suppliers
We’re always adding new homebrew suppliers to our list. Find the one nearest you!