by Hendo From The Rockstar Brewer Academy
Welcome to Quality-Focused Pro Brewers, the podcast dedicated to helping professional brewers master the art and science of brewing high-quality beer. Every fortnight, we delve into essential topics like brewery quality systems, maximising beer shelf life, dissolved oxygen, brewing water chemistry, CIP, Yeast Husbandry, lab and more. Designed for those planning, building, or running a craft brewery, our episodes provide actionable insights to enhance your brewing processes. Join us as we share expert knowledge and practical tips to ensure your beer is always at its best.
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April 15, 2025
A Deep Dive into Brewing Enzymes. In this episode, Hendo & Adsy explore how enzymes can enhance hop aroma, reduce chill haze, and improve brewhouse efficiency without altering the beer recipe. They cover the science behind different enzymes like Amyloglucosidase and Bioglucanase, common misconceptions, and their practical applications in brewing. This detailed discussion provides professional brewers with insights on using enzymes to make better beer faster while maintaining quality. The episode emphasizes data-driven approaches and the natural occurrence of enzymes, addressing common concerns about the use of enzymes in craft brewing. 00:00 Introduction 01:51 What Are Enzymes? 02:33 The Role of Enzymes in Beer Production 04:38 Enzymes Beyond the Mash Tun 08:33 Optimizing Brewing Efficiency with Enzymes 13:34 Specific Enzymes and Their Applications 17:49 Natural Enzymes and Craft Brewing 21:23 Understanding Gluten and Clarex Enzyme 22:53 Common Mistakes with Enzymes 23:11 Debunking Enzyme Myths: ALDC Enzyme & Dry Hop Creep 28:35 Proper Use and Timing of Enzymes 31:43 Biotransformation and New Enzyme Uses 35:38 Measuring Enzyme Impact on Beer Quality 38:46 Proprietary Enzymes and Final Thoughts Whenever you’re ready, here are 4 ways I can help you brew consistent, world-class beer that you’re proud of whether you’re planning a brewery build or it’s already up and running: 1. Join the Quality-focused Pro Brewers Podcast Facebook group I post loads of new content especially for pro-brewers in my Facebook group called “Quality-focussed Pro Brewers”. There’s no stainless steel sellers and no home brewers – https://qualityfocusedprobrewers.com 2. Download “The Pro Brewer Quality & Consistency Checklist” If you’re stuggling to cut through the noise from Internet “research” and want to fast-track improvements to your beer quality, this 5-Step Guide is for you – https://rockstarbrewer.com/download-guide 3. Get the 30 minute Crash Course In how to build beer quality and consistency just like your favourite brewery. In just 30 minutes, I’ll show you how to implement a brewery quality system, create consistent beer outcomes and drive passionate and creative brewing – https://rockstarbrewer.com/crashcourse 4. Chat With Me 1:1 Over Zoom And if you ever want to get some 1:1 help, we can jump on a quick “Calibration Call”, and brainstorm how to get you to cut through the noise and brew more consistent and high-quality beer – https://rockstarbrewer.com/calibration SOCIALS: Youtube: https://youtube.com/@RockstarBrewer Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rockstarbrewer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rockstarbrewer Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/rockstarbrewer TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@RockstarBrewer DISCLAIMER: This podcast may contain affiliate links or product recommendations, which means that if you click on one of the product links, I’ll receive a small commission. This helps support the channel and allows us to continue to make videos like this. Thank you for the support!
April 2, 2025
In this episode of Quality Focused Pro Brewers, Hendo from the Rockstar Brewer Academy discusses the best ways for professional brewers to improve their skills and knowledge, including hiring a brewery consultant, obtaining a formal brewing education, or participating in a coaching program. Hendo outlines the pros and cons of each method, emphasizing the importance of urgency, budget, and learning style in making a decision. The episode also features insights from Adsy, who chats about his recent experiences, and real-world examples of brewers who have benefitted from different paths. For those seeking continuous improvement and support in their brewing journey, the Rockstar Brewer Academy offers a comprehensive coaching program for Professional Brewers focused on practical implementation and long-term results. 00:00 Introduction 01:06 Understanding Brewing Education Options & The Need for Skill Advancement 03:49 Three Paths to Pro Brewer Mastery 08:42 Option 1 – Consultancy: Quick Fixes and Expertise 12:27 Option 2 – Formal Education: Structured Learning 19:12 Option 3 – Coaching: Personalized Brewing Guidance 22:49 How & Why The Rockstar Brewer Academy Was Founded 23:42 Benefits of Group Coaching: Community Support and Collaboration 25:43 The Three Pillars of A Coaching Program 26:16 Implementing Systems and Templates As Opposed To Structured Learning 27:26 Commitment and Motivation in Coaching 29:46 Real-World Success Stories 39:24 Choosing the Right Path for Improvement 41:17 Final Thoughts and Next Steps Whenever you’re ready, here are 4 ways I can help you brew consistent, world-class beer that you’re proud of whether you’re planning a brewery build or it’s already up and running: 1. Join the Quality-focused Pro Brewers Podcast Facebook group I post loads of new content especially for pro-brewers in my Facebook group called “Quality-focussed Pro Brewers”. There’s no stainless steel sellers and no home brewers – https://qualityfocusedprobrewers.com 2. Download “The Pro Brewer Quality & Consistency Checklist” If you’re stuggling to cut through the noise from Internet “research” and want to fast-track improvements to your beer quality, this 5-Step Guide is for you – https://rockstarbrewer.com/download-guide 3. Get the 30 minute Crash Course In how to build beer quality and consistency just like your favourite brewery. In just 30 minutes, I’ll show you how to implement a brewery quality system, create consistent beer outcomes and drive passionate and creative brewing – https://rockstarbrewer.com/crashcourse 4. Chat With Me 1:1 Over Zoom And if you ever want to get some 1:1 help, we can jump on a quick “Calibration Call”, and brainstorm how to get you to cut through the noise and brew more consistent and high-quality beer – https://rockstarbrewer.com/calibration SOCIALS: Youtube: https://youtube.com/@RockstarBrewer Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rockstarbrewer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rockstarbrewer Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/rockstarbrewer TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@RockstarBrewer DISCLAIMER: This podcast may contain affiliate links or product recommendati...
March 19, 2025
In this episode of the Quality Focused Pro Brewers podcast, Hendo from the Rockstar Brewer Academy and Dean from Psycho Suzie’s Brewing dive into judge feedback from a recent commercial beer competition in Brisbane, Australia. They explore how understanding and utilizing feedback can vastly improve beer quality and consistency. They also discuss the importance of entering beer into the correct style categories to maximize scoring potential. Dean shares his journey with Rockstar Brewer Academy, including his motivations and learnings. This episode is crucial for brewers aiming to excel in commercial beer competitions. 00:00 Introduction to Commercial Beer Competitions & Meet Dean from Psycho Suzie’s Brewing 02:20 Challenges in Beer Consistency and Why He Joined The Rockstar Brewer Academy 03:58 Importance of Objective Feedback Over Consumer Feedback 06:24 Entering Commercial Beer Competitions 08:48 Understanding Beer Judging Criteria 16:28 Analyzing Judge Feedback – The Overall Review 22:05 Judge Feedback Deep Dive: Australian-style Pale Ale 27:17 Judge Feedback Deep Dive: Chilli Pepper Robust Porter 28:28 Judge Feedback Deep Dive: Contemporary American-style Light Lager 30:09 Reviewing Style Guidelines for American Light Lager, Judges’ Feedback and Style Misclassification & Reclassifying the Beer as Kellerbier 39:05 Judge Feedback Deep Dive: Warwick Hazy Pale Session Beer 42:05 Judge Feedback Deep Dive: New World Lager 48:56 Preparing for the Australian International Beer Awards 51:18 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Whenever you’re ready, here are 4 ways I can help you brew consistent, world-class beer that you’re proud of whether you’re planning a brewery build or it’s already up and running: 1. Join the Quality-focused Pro Brewers Podcast Facebook group I post loads of new content especially for pro-brewers in my Facebook group called “Quality-focussed Pro Brewers”. There’s no stainless steel sellers and no home brewers – https://qualityfocusedprobrewers.com 2. Download “The Pro Brewer Quality & Consistency Checklist” If you’re stuggling to cut through the noise from Internet “research” and want to fast-track improvements to your beer quality, this 5-Step Guide is for you – https://rockstarbrewer.com/download-guide 3. Get the 30 minute Crash Course In how to build beer quality and consistency just like your favourite brewery. In just 30 minutes, I’ll show you how to implement a brewery quality system, create consistent beer outcomes and drive passionate and creative brewing – https://rockstarbrewer.com/crashcourse 4. Chat With Me 1:1 Over Zoom And if you ever want to get some 1:1 help, we can jump on a quick “Calibration Call”, and brainstorm how to get you to cut through the noise and brew more consistent and high-quality beer – https://rockstarbrewer.com/calibration SOCIALS: Youtube: https://youtube.com/@RockstarBrewer Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rockstarbrewer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rockstarbrewer Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/rockstarbrewer TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@RockstarBrewer DISCLAIMER: This podcast may contain affiliate links or product recommendations, wh...
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