Learn how to monitor CO₂ remotely in brewing environments with wireless sensors, IoT systems, and smartphone apps. Complete guide to safe, effective carbon dioxide monitoring for breweries and fermentation. Remote CO₂ monitoring has revolutionized brewing safety and process control by …
Olivia Barrelton
Olivia Barrelton
Olivia Barrelton comes from three generations of coopers (barrel makers) and brings unmatched expertise in wood aging techniques to the brewing world. After apprenticing at distilleries in Scotland and wineries in France, she applied her knowledge of wood influences to beer aging. Olivia specializes in matching beer styles with complementary wood varieties, from traditional oak to exotic alternatives like amburana and cypress. She has developed innovative methods for home barrel aging and alternatives for those without space for full barrels. Her experimental wood-aged series has won multiple awards at homebrew competitions.
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Review of Homebrew Recipe Sharing Apps: Complete Guide to Digital Brewing Recipe Management
by Olivia Barrelton 14 minutes readDiscover the Review of Homebrew Recipe Sharing Apps best homebrew recipe sharing apps with our comprehensive review. Compare features, usability, and community aspects of top brewing apps like Brewfather, BeerSmith, and Brew Cloud for recipe creation and sharing. Homebrew recipe …
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How Virtual Reality Could Train Brewers: Revolutionary Immersive Education for the Brewing Industry
by Olivia Barrelton 15 minutes readDiscover How Virtual Reality Could Train Brewers revolutionize brewer training through immersive simulations, hands-on learning experiences, and cost-effective education programs that enhance brewing skills and knowledge retention. Virtual reality could fundamentally transform brewer training by providing immersive, hands-on learning experiences …
Need a Santiam hop substitute? Discover noble-style alternatives like Tettnanger, Spalt, and Mt. Hood that deliver authentic European character for your lagers and ales. Staring at a recipe that calls for Santiam hops while your supplier is completely out of …
Can’t find McKenzie hops? Discover the best grapefruit and citrus alternatives from Oregon’s newest variety. Get proven substitutes for West Coast IPAs. Your recipe calls for McKenzie hops. You check three online retailers and your local homebrew shop. Sold out …
Complete guide to opening a microbrewery in Netherlands. Learn licensing, costs, equipment & marketing strategies for craft beer success. Standing in the heart of Utrecht’s bustling craft beer district, watching enthusiastic locals sample innovative ales infused with Dutch botanicals and …
Learn how to open a microbrewery in Korea with our complete 2025 guide. Discover licensing requirements, investment costs, market opportunities in Korea’s $1.5B craft beer industry, and proven strategies from successful Korean breweries. Expert insights on regulations, equipment, marketing, and …
Discover how to set up a microbrewery in Japan—costs, licenses, equipment, and tips to launch a profitable craft beer business. The first time I stepped into a Japanese microbrewery back in 2012, I was in Yokohama visiting a small sake …
Discover the key differences between cider vs wine fermentation in this comprehensive guide. From unique fruit characteristics and processing techniques to yeast behavior and aging potential, learn why these seemingly similar processes produce distinctly different beverages. Whether you’re a home …
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Using Wood Chips in Home Brewing: A Complete Guide
by Olivia Barrelton 11 minutes readDiscover how to elevate your homebrew with wood chips – the ultimate guide to selecting, preparing, and using wood in beer. Learn the perfect combination of wood types, toast levels, and contact times for your favorite beer styles, plus advanced …
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