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by Brian Smyth
 By far, the most common question we get from homebrewers is, “What style of beer should I brew next?” Since the answer to this question is based entirely on your personal tastes, we’ve thought hard about how to create an interactive recipe finder, using the 60+ recipe kits we offer here at HBA, to try to match our recipe database with your personal preferences.
The result is the Brew-Swami, our exclusive recipe finder intended to assist you in finding that perfect ‘next batch’.
Simply answer several basic questions:
Do you want to brew an ale or a lager?
What color of beer do you like?
What level of alcohol do you want?
Do you prefer malty sweet or bitter tastes?
The Brew-Swami will use your answers to determine which recipe in our database most closely matches your preferences. It’s as simple as that!
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Johnny Carson ain't got nothin' on us!
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Warning! The Brew-Swami is intended for users age 21 and older. Please adhere to these rules when using the Brew-Swami:
- 1. Do not consult the Brew-Swami with a bad attitude.
- 2. Do not operate the Brew-Swami in the presence of law enforcement personnel.
- 3. Do not look directly into the Brew-Swami’s eyes.
- 4. Discontinue use of the Brew-Swami if you experience any of the following symptoms:
vertigo, slurred speech, heart palpitations, profuse sweating, dry mouth, mad cow
disease or anal leakage.
- 5. Do not use the Brew-Swami concurrently with the Happy Fun Ball.
- 6. Do not taunt the Brew-Swami.
- 7. Do not discuss politics, religion, the opposite sex, or Saddam Hussein in the
presence of the Brew-Swami.
- 8. If the Brew-Swami begins to emit smoke, get away immediately. Close your browser
- and proceed to the nearest fallout shelter.
- 9. Do not operate Brew-Swami within hearing range of Frank Zappa’s music.
- 10. Enjoy Brew-Swami!
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 Clone Brews:
Homebrew recipes for 150 commercial beers.
You can now brew beer at home that tastes just like your favorite brands with this collection of 150 "cloned" recipes for premium beers from around the world, such as Pilsner Urquell, Pete's Wicked Ale, Guinness Extra Stout, Paulaner Hefe-Weizen, Dos Equis, Sierra Nevada Pale Ale, Bass Ale, Anchor Steam Beer, Foster's Lager, Chimay Red, etc.
All 150 recipes come with separate extract, mini-mash, and all-grain instructions. You'll also find tips for replicating any commercial beer so you can make your own clones when you discover a new favorite!
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St. Nick's Holiday Ale:: St. Nick's Holiday Ale is a delightfully spiced ale with accents of cinnamon and vanilla. Mildly hopped with nice honey flavors balanced by the nutmeg and clove. This Amber colored malty ale will really warm up your winter nights. Brew early to make the Holidays! |
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ProMash brewing software:: ProMash is designed to meet any brewer's needs, from the Home Brewer to the Professional Micro Brewer. ProMash is organized with an intuitive interface built for needs specific to the brewing process and has a complete, context sensitive Help system. ProMash runs on the Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows NT and Windows 2000 operating systems. ProMash was voted Best Of The Net for Brewing Software and Best Of The Net Website by The Mining. Co (now About.Com), May 1999 |
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Homebrewer's Gold:: by Charlie Papazian Charlie has taken his many years of experience and knowledge and converted the World Cup International Competition Winner's recipes into 5 gallon batches you can brew at home. 426 pages.
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Cru Select Cabernet Sauvignon:: This variety is King of the noble grapes. Grown worldwide, it is a medium to full-bodied red with a distinctive black curranty flavor and hints of mint and cedar. Perfect for those cold winter nights. |
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Cellars Classic Bergamias (Beaujoulais): This refreshing, light bodied red has become a favorite wine for the holidays. The Gamay grape variety gives it a cherry and candy flavor with a hint of raspberry. Best enjoyed young. |
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