Alright, let's dive into some brews with Brandon A., the man behind Allegheny River Brewery!
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Chillin' with Brandon: Based in Pittsburgh, PA, this guy's a brewer who knows his stuff.
Spike Brewing Equipment: Brandon's kit includes a 20 Gallon HLT with HERMS coil and heating element, a 20 Gallon Mash Tun, and a 20 Gallon Boil Kettle with heating element. Join the crew at Three Rivers Alliance of Serious Homebrewers (TRASH) — Brandon's brewing buddies built the badass electric brewery he brews in!
From Passion to Pints: These college roomies got hooked on craft beer and decided to create their own. After two brews on a single pot and turkey fryer setup, they built their custom brewery in 3 months. The group grew up in Oakmont, PA, and that's how Allegheny River Brewery got its name!
Brewing with Spike:
Brandon's Spike kettles have stepped up their game, allowing for more efficiency, control, and a downright enjoyable brewing experience!
Brewing Advice from Brandon:
If you're a newbie brewer, educate yourself on all the brewing knowledge you can get your hands on! Experiment and tweak recipes to find what makes the most impact on your beer quality.
Beerland: Brewing for the Win!
Brandon and his friends applied for the Beerland show and made it to the Pittsburgh episode, eventually winning! They even got to travel to California for the season finale against brewers from across the U.S. — mayhem, camaraderie, and a lot of IPAs ensued! Although they didn't take the grand prize, it was an epic adventure they'll never forget[1][2].
[1] Ladies and gents, check out Brandon's slideshow on his homebrewing experience! (https://www.instagram.com/p/B-uatfKDK8d/?igshid=1z3r6w8jyibpn)
[2] Brandon's beer-soaked journey: 'Sorry for the long wait lol! It's been a journey we'll never forget!' (https://www.instagram.com/p/B-uiTnzDvP4/?igshid=1gxfz66g5ld6r)
During Brandon's brew day with his Spike Brewing Equipment, he crafts beer with a home brewing passion that rivals his love for sports. After showcasing his brewing skills on the Beerland TV show, he continues to tweak recipes to create the perfect pints at Allegheny River Brewery.
