Author Archives: Paul

The Westmorland Cider Press – from Aug 2011

You will be soon able to purchase a fabulous Westmorland Cider press in the shop here at Brew2bottle, Northwich. We have a fine specimen in store that, given the quality of the build, the materials and the sheer beauty, might … Continue reading

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Bag-in-a-box: take the hassle out of wine dispensing

Bag-in-a-box: Marathon bottling sessions a thing of the past? Continue reading

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Yeast and Fermentation

Brief technical details about the types of yeast available for home-brewing, the processes they undertake, how best to use them. Continue reading

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Specific Gravity, and Calculating % Alcohol by Volume

This post looks at how you can measure the alcoholic content of your wine, and even target a specific strength during the brewing process. Integral to this process is the measurement of Specific Gravity or SG.Continue reading

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Introducing Brupak’s Premium Ales

Profiling the Brupak’s Pride of Yorkshire Microbrewery series of premium bitter and lager kits, including Fixby Gold, Colne Valley and Special Lager. Continue reading

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The Drinkers Den – Issue 2 – November 2010

The Drinkers Den – Brew2bottle newsletter – featuring news, offers, info and hints and tips. November 2010 issue 2. Continue reading

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Real Cidermaking – Our First Attempt

Autumn 2010 saw our first attempt at making real cider from scratch, armed with an unsuitable blend of apples, a demijohn and some yeast! Continue reading

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Selection International – 2011 Limited Editions – Available now for Pre-order

The Selection International 2011 Limited Edition Premium Wine Kits, available for pre-order from Brew2bottle. Continue reading

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Selection International – 2011 Limited Editions – The Whites

Tasting notes for the Selection International 2011 Limited Edition premium red wine kits, now available for pre-order from brew2bottle Continue reading

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Selection International – 2011 Limited Editions – The Reds

Tasting notes for the Selection International 2011 Limited Edition premium red wine kits, now available for pre-order from brew2bottle Continue reading

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