Ryan Thompson - Yeast Collector, Drummer, Homebrew

Ryan Thompson shares his journey into homebrewing, detailing his experiences from the initial challenges to mastering the craft. He discusses his involvement with the McGuire's Pipe Band, the importance of learning from professional brewers, and the intricacies of yeast culturing. Ryan also delves into the equipment he uses, common brewing challenges, and the significance of water quality in brewing. Throughout the discussion, he emphasizes the importance of sanitation and the lessons learned from brewing disasters, all while maintaining a focus on the joy of creating beer. In this engaging conversation, Jeremy and Ryan discuss various aspects of home brewing, including the challenges faced during competitions, the philosophy behind brewing, and the importance of experimentation in recipes. They share personal anecdotes about their brewing journeys, the significance of yeast banking, and offer valuable advice for new home brewers. The discussion also includes rapid-fire questions that reveal personal preferences and insights into brewing trends, culminating in Ryan sharing a special recipe named after his stepson.------------------------------------------Jeremy Lincoln Show Links SUBSCRIBE: / @jeremylincolnshowSign up: jeremylincolnshow.beehiiv.comListen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5eodRZd...Follow on Instagram: / jeremylincolnshow Follow on TikTok: / jeremylincolnshow Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... Follow on X: https://x.com/jlincolnshowSupport the Show: Patreon: / jeremylincolnshow Buy me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/jeremylincpRecipes from Homebrewershttps://drive.google.com/drive/folder...Chapters00:00 Introduction to Ryan Thompson02:59 The Journey into Homebrewing06:04 Joining the McGuire's Pipe Band08:57 Learning from Professional Brewers11:59 The Art of Yeast Culturing14:47 Experimenting with Hops and Yeast17:56 Brewing Techniques and Equipment21:08 Final Thoughts on Homebrewing26:44 Building a Brewing System29:01 Learning from Brewing Disasters33:06 Water Quality and Brewing35:00 Common Mistakes in Brewing38:16 Focus and Discipline in Brewing41:19 Feedback and Improvement in Brewing46:47 Experimentation in Recipe Development54:49 Evolution of Brewing Techniques55:38 Crafting the Perfect Water Profile58:09 The Influence of IT on Brewing01:00:50 Cooking and Brewing: A Flavorful Connection01:01:55 Homebrew Clubs and Community01:04:19 Advice for New Homebrewers01:06:58 Common Mistakes in Homebrewing01:07:11 The Art of Yeast Banking01:09:02 Debunking Homebrewing Myths01:11:01 Rapid Fire Questions: Preferences and Trends01:18:06 Final Thoughts and Recipe Sharing#TheJeremyLincolnShow #Homebrewing #HomebrewPodcast #CraftBeer #BrewingPodcast #BeerTalk #HomebrewersLife #BrewingAtHome #BeerExperiments #FamilyAndBeer #MichiganBrewing #ExtractBrewing #AllGrainBrewing #IPALovers #ExperimentalBrewing #BrewDay #BeerCommunity #HomebrewRecipes #BeerJourney #BrewingStories #OutdoorsAndBeer #HuntingAndBrewing #GrapeBeer #NorthernBrewer #FermentationNation