EPISODE · Mar 9, 2026 · 1H 37M
Leo DeRita - Home Brewer, Chemical Engineer to Beer Judge
from Jeremy Lincoln Show · host jeremylincolnshow
Leo DeRita shares his journey into home brewing, discussing his background as a chemical engineer and how it influences his brewing techniques. He recounts memorable experiences, including an accidental dark sour that became a hit and mishaps with barley wine. Leo also delves into the dynamics of his homebrew club, the challenges of beer judging, and the importance of understanding beer styles. He highlights his YouTube channel focused on beer reviews and the Cicerone training process, emphasizing the significance of knowledge in the brewing community. In this engaging conversation, Leo DeRita shares his insights on beer pairing, the intricacies of Cicerone training, and his personal brewing preferences. He discusses the challenges of maintaining a draft system, the balance of life as a brewer and family man, and offers valuable advice for new brewers. The conversation also touches on the intersection of brewing and Dungeons & Dragons, showcasing how these passions intertwine in Leo's life.-------------------------------------------Jeremy Lincoln Show Links SUBSCRIBE: / @jeremylincolnshowSign up: jeremylincolnshow.beehiiv.comListen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jeremy-lincoln-show/id1853010507Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3bLkPSvvBgIKYAOA3hlylAFollow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremylincolnshow/Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jeremylincolnshowFollow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61583833223126 Follow on X: https://x.com/jlincolnshowSupport the Show: Pateron: https://www.patreon.com/cw/jeremylincolnshowBuy me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/jeremylincpRecipes from Homebrewershttps://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1b65jXOFevFO4JRUq0TyxU7gmFpTrXcvy?usp=sharingChapters00:00 Introduction to Leo DeRita01:39 The Journey into Home Brewing04:15 Brewing Philosophy and Techniques11:07 Accidental Dark Sour: A Brewing Story17:52 Barley Wine Mishaps and Lessons Learned22:28 The Barrel Aging Process27:20 Home Brew Club Dynamics and Leadership32:50 Exploring Brewing Education and Techniques34:50 The Journey to Beer Judging40:20 Challenges in Beer Judging43:35 Palate Cleansing and Common Mistakes48:40 Cicerone Training and Its Importance59:32 House Beers and Brewing Preferences01:09:16 Brewing Techniques and Equipment Innovations01:12:34 The Intersection of Brewing and Gaming01:19:23 Balancing Life as a Brewer and Family Man01:26:32 Advice for New Home Brewers01:30:31 Rapid Fire Brewing Preferences and Trends#jeremylincolnshow #podcast #beerpodcast #homebrewing #beerjudging #Cicerone #brewingtechniques #homebrewcompetitions #beerstyles #brewingphilosophy #YouTubebeerreviews #barrelaging #brewingmishaps #beer #brewing #homebrew #beerpairing #DungeonsandDragons #fermentation #draftsystems #brewingadvice
What this episode covers
Leo DeRita shares his journey into home brewing, discussing his background as a chemical engineer and how it influences his brewing techniques. He recounts memorable experiences, including an accidental dark sour that became a hit and mishaps with barley wine. Leo also delves into the dynamics of his homebrew club, the challenges of beer judging, and the importance of understanding beer styles. He highlights his YouTube channel focused on beer reviews and the Cicerone training process, emphasizing the significance of knowledge in the brewing community. In this engaging conversation, Leo DeRita shares his insights on beer pairing, the intricacies of Cicerone training, and his personal brewing preferences. He discusses the challenges of maintaining a draft system, the balance of life as a brewer and family man, and offers valuable advice for new brewers. The conversation also touches on the intersection of brewing and Dungeons & Dragons, showcasing how these passions intertwine in Leo's life.-------------------------------------------Jeremy Lincoln Show Links SUBSCRIBE: / @jeremylincolnshowSign up: jeremylincolnshow.beehiiv.comListen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jeremy-lincoln-show/id1853010507Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3bLkPSvvBgIKYAOA3hlylAFollow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremylincolnshow/Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jeremylincolnshowFollow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61583833223126 Follow on X: https://x.com/jlincolnshowSupport the Show: Pateron: https://www.patreon.com/cw/jeremylincolnshowBuy me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/jeremylincpRecipes from Homebrewershttps://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1b65jXOFevFO4JRUq0TyxU7gmFpTrXcvy?usp=sharingChapters00:00 Introduction to Leo DeRita01:39 The Journey into Home Brewing04:15 Brewing Philosophy and Techniques11:07 Accidental Dark Sour: A Brewing Story17:52 Barley Wine Mishaps and Lessons Learned22:28 The Barrel Aging Process27:20 Home Brew Club Dynamics and Leadership32:50 Exploring Brewing Education and Techniques34:50 The Journey to Beer Judging40:20 Challenges in Beer Judging43:35 Palate Cleansing and Common Mistakes48:40 Cicerone Training and Its Importance59:32 House Beers and Brewing Preferences01:09:16 Brewing Techniques and Equipment Innovations01:12:34 The Intersection of Brewing and Gaming01:19:23 Balancing Life as a Brewer and Family Man01:26:32 Advice for New Home Brewers01:30:31 Rapid Fire Brewing Preferences and Trends#jeremylincolnshow #podcast #beerpodcast #homebrewing #beerjudging #Cicerone #brewingtechniques #homebrewcompetitions #beerstyles #brewingphilosophy #YouTubebeerreviews #barrelaging #brewingmishaps #beer #brewing #homebrew #beerpairing #DungeonsandDragons #fermentation #draftsystems #brewingadvice
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