December 2015 - Transatlantic Brews

Three Barley Wines to Warm up the Festive Session

Posted on December 15, 2015 by Marc Henshall

The festive season is a time for overindulgence – a time to gather with family and friends for the enjoyment of great food and drink. Barley Wine, in particular, offers much comfort during the winter months as a fireside companion, with its elevated ABV, and rich, warming flavors. Below, we have selected some of our

An Introduction to Yeast in Beer

Posted on December 10, 2015 by Ponto

What is Yeast? Since ancient times, people have cultivated yeast for both fermentation and baking. At its base, yeast is a single-celled miracle organism that turns sweet wort into delicious beer and adds wonderful complexities to your favorite sudsy beverage. It works by taking in sugars and converting them into carbonation (in the form of