Fermenting liquids are an ideal ground for bacteria to thrive and unwanted bacteria will spoil your brew. That's why we sterilise everything.

Cyser is a cross between cider and mead. Homemade Cyser is fermented with apple juice and honey, in the same way as mead is made.

Pea shoots are nutritious, delicious, and one of my favourite things to eat. Growing at home is easy and inexpensive, and this is how to grow pea shoots.

An airlock allows gases to escape out of the vessel and prevents contaminants and fruit flies getting in.

This article is about finding and working with two of the easiest fungae to identify: Turkey Tail Mushrooms and Birch Polypore Mushrooms. Whilst I don't claim to be an expert in this area, there are a few I know well and am happy to identify and harvest.

If you have just purchased a Triple Scale Hydrometer or a kit containing one, this is how to use it in homebrewing.