Craft Beer & Brewing Magazine Podcast
385: West Coast IPA Q&A from the Brewer’s Retreat with Green Bench, Burial, and Russian River
Nov 1, 2024
In this engaging discussion, Vinnie Cilurzo, Brewmaster of Russian River Brewing, Doug Reiser, Head Brewer at Burial Beer, and Khris Johnson, Head Brewer at Green Bench Brewing, share their expertise on crafting West Coast IPAs. They dive into innovative dry hopping techniques and the significance of lesser-known hop varieties. The brewers discuss balancing body and hop intensity, optimizing water chemistry, and the impact of using flowable hop products. Their collaborative spirit shines as they explore the complexities of brewing while answering audience questions.
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- Brewing techniques have evolved to balance body and flavor in IPAs, focusing on malt composition and high attenuation without losing mouthfeel.
- Water chemistry is critical in brewing, with brewers emphasizing balanced chloride-to-sulfate ratios to enhance the flavor and mouthfeel of IPAs.
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Overview of the Brewers Retreat
The annual brewers retreat in Coastal Delaware is highlighted as a premier event for brewing enthusiasts. Over three days, participants collaboratively brew, learn, and taste various beers, fostering a sense of community among some of the world's leading brewers. This year’s retreat took place at Dogfish Head and emphasized not just brewing techniques but also the pairing of food with beer. The retreat offers a platform for sharing insights on making exceptional beers, creating lasting memories for attendees.
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