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Whether you’re a homebrewer or a professional craft beverage magician, cleaning in place and soaking equipment parts are commonplace for day-to-day operations. It is a good idea to give small parts some extra care from time to time to increase their longevity, efficiency, and, most importantly, to keep your brew days a smooth operation.

Part 1: A Wild Surprise Destination breweries known for their hazy IPAs have become quite the fad as of late, and many in the consumer community have benefitted from it. Learning a particular hop’s unique qualities and how the brewer is able to bring them out is an awesome testament to how brewing has changed over a few decades. Walking into one of those breweries, the energy is often palpable with the buzz of chatter about the latest hop…which is… SPON SPON BING BONG!

Where do people in the craft beer industry like to frequent on vacation or work trips? A brewery of course! They go, not just to taste the beer, but to also have an opinion on how amazing, or appalling, the beer was. This is a holistic view of not just the beer, but the people and facility involved. From personal hygiene to facility presentation, your beer can be judged on a lot more than flavor. Many people have said of a restaurant, “Sure the food is delicious, but I can’t eat there anymore after seeing what goes on in the kitchen.” The same applies to breweries. Aesthetics on the production floor can go a long way in boosting your overall brewery image.

When it comes to maintaining the best quality beer for your customers, the routine cleaning of your draft lines is an essential practice. Over time, a buildup of bacteria, mold, yeast and sediment (beer stone) can accumulate in your lines, affecting your beer’s flavor profile and causing foaming. Follow the recirculation method below for long draw systems (20 ft. of line or more), which is also an effective method for homebrew draft lines (10 ft or below). We will also cover what products and equipment to use in each scenario.

Cellaring beer is a common and highly praised hobby of many connoisseurs. Some true aficionados spend quite a bit of money on how they care for their prized bottled possessions that rival the amateur sommelier. Usually focused on dark beers, occasionally a hoppy varietal will somehow make it into the group. More often than not, someone just forgot about their favorite hazy IPA in the back of their beer fridge. Often, there is still excitement at finding it! And then the curiosity sets in: is it still good? Does it maintain that 4.5 cap beer rating given at first sip and indulged through the rest of the glass?

The rising demand for canned beers in today’s craft beer climate is driving an increase, not only in units purchased, but also in canning line technology itself. Many breweries have had to quickly shift their business model to packaging beer with the current restrictions due to COVID-19. While some are bringing in mobile canning companies, others are having to move to their own packaging. Deciding which canning line is the right fit can be a daunting task. This article aims to answer questions regarding need based on your volume and capabilities. From 8 cans in a minute to 800, there is a canning line available for nearly every sized brewery!

Whether you are a professional brewer or homebrewer Jockey Boxes are a great delivery system that keeps your beer at the perfect temperature while helping to reduce foaming, allowing you to serve your beer on draft at events. Proper maintenance and operation are essential when using Jockey Boxes to ensure you’re pouring the best product for your customers.

While we have spent almost 40 years talking about sanitizers, we realize it has taken on a whole new weight in the current social climate of COVID-19.

No matter the industry, your equipment is your investment and you should treat it that way. By taking a few easy steps, you can ensure your investment stays the same as the day you purchased it.