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Dave Pascual, head brewer for longtime Las Vegas brewery Big Dog’s, takes a methodical approach to running the brewhouse, even if it doesn’t feel out-of-the-ordinary to this longtime brewer. Running a clean and organized brewery is just how it’s done. Despite how obvious some of these little things may appear, it’s the sum of all those professional details that’s helped cement Big Dog’s legacy as a consistent award winner in categories as diverse as English-Style Brown Ale and Belgian-Style Tripel.
In this episode, Pascual discusses his approach to creating recipes and brewing award-winning beers, including:
- brewing light lager with two-row instead of pilsner
- tasting and comparing, consistently
- dialing in hops in very light lagers
- building a full-spectrum malt bill for brown ale
- achieving pleasant fermentation notes in Belgian-style beers
- changing medal-winning recipes
- wood-aging barleywine
- building a team that consistently focuses on excellence
And more.
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This episode is sponsored by Yakima Chief Hops. As a global preferred supplier of NZ Hops, Yakima Chief is the source for the pronounced bright and tropical aromas New Zealand hops are known for, adding a rush of exotic fruits and zesty citrus to your recipes. Used on their own or in conjunction with your favorite American varieties, NZ Hops brands are an excellent tool for exceptional brews. NZ Cryo is now available through Yakima Chief Hops. Learn more at yakimachief.com.
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