Episode 74: Building the Perfect Homebrew Brewery with Field Hammer Brewing

In this episode of Hop In, We’re Drinking, Nick and Joe sit down with Chris from Field Hammer Brewing for a deep dive into the craft, science, and community behind homebrewing. From Belgian styles and Czech pilsners to temperature control, glycol chillers, and the challenge of dialing in yeast, Chris shares how a love of flavor turned into a full-on brewing obsession. The conversation covers everything from extract kits and all-grain upgrades to homebrew clubs, recipe development, and the joy of chasing the perfect pint. Along the way, the guys talk about underrated amber styles, hazy IPA fatigue, weird ingredients like tortillas in the mash, and why brewing is equal parts chemistry, patience, and passion. If you love homebrewing, Belgian beers, lagering, or just hearing passionate brewers geek out over hops, malt, yeast, and fermentation, this episode is for you.