We finally got around to getting our grapevines in the ground a couple of weeks ago. Earlier this year we got three Black Spanish, or Lenoir, grapevines from Enoch’s Stomp, a local winery. They grow this variety of grapes, along with a few others. Apparently, Lenoir grow well in the...
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Garden Update – May 16, 2013
The vegetable garden is coming along nicely. We had a couple of late cold snaps this year, so I had to replant a few things – tomatoes, bell peppers, and strawberries. Now that I’ve got everything in the ground… and the weather has started cooperating… we have a pretty good...
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Beer Styles – Pilsners
Below are descriptions of some pilsner style beers – German pilsners, Bohemian pilsners, and American pilsners. German Pilsner German pilsners are similar to Bohemian pilsners, but are drier and crisper in taste. These beers range from pale straw to gold in color, and are clear. They have moderate to high...
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Beer Styles – Christmas / Winter Beers
Christmas / Winter Beers Winter beers are dark, warming spice beers. These beers range in color from medium amber to very dark brown. They may have a low to moderate bitterness. Winter beers have an aroma and flavor reminiscent of Christmas. The grain bill may include crystal/caramel malts, specialty grains,...
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Beer Styles – Fruit, Vegetable, Herb, and Spice Beers
Below are descriptions of some fruit, vegetable, and herb and spice beers. Fruit Beers Fruit beers can contain a wide variety of fruits, such as apricot, blackberry, blueberry, cherry, peach, raspberry, and strawberry. The color of these beers depends on the fruit used. They may have a very low to...
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