How to Brew 101

Welcome to How to Brew 101, your one-stop hub for mastering the art of craft drinks and ferments at home. Whether you’re curious about brewing your first batch of beer, making wine from scratch, crafting crisp hard cider, or experimenting with kombucha, mead, hot sauce, or soda, our step-by-step guides make it simple to dive in.

Each brewing guide below breaks down the basics, pro tips, and easy recipes you need to brew confidently — no matter your skill level. Learn how to make beer with malt and hops, ferment your own wine and fruit wine, bottle your own cider, or explore the world of home fermentation with kombucha or vinegar.

At Craft a Brew, we believe anyone can become a homebrewer. Our beginner-friendly how-to guides help you learn the fundamentals of fermentation, equipment needed, and best practices to brew craft beverages that taste amazing and impress your friends.

Whether you’re starting with a beer kit, a wine kit, or just raw ingredients and curiosity, these brewing tutorials will help you get it right the first time — and keep experimenting batch after batch.

Ready to brew? Choose your guide and let’s get started!