We’re Home! Our first meeting at The Rough Draft in Hamden (formally, The Space) will be on Wednesday, July 25th at 7:00 PM. Our monthly meeting will now be on the 4th Wednesday of the month. We are beyond thankful to Chris, Karen and everyone at the Rough Draft for welcoming us in. If you […]
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Brew Haven DIY Series: Hop Trellis
EducationHop trellis and the moon I have been wanting to grow hops for a while but was not able since I lived in a condo. However, after moving into a house with a decent sized yard last May I thought NOW’S THE TIME. There are likely a lot of people in our club that have […]
What’s Brewing? Events, That’s What!
EventsWondering what you missed at the last meeting when upcoming events were mentioned? Don’t worry! Here’s a list of some of the upcoming events that Brew Haven is participating in. Don’t see something on the list? Leave a comment and I’ll add it. Additionally, if you’d like to participate in one of these events please […]
Do you even Dues?
NewsIt’s that time of year again. That time where we’re left with little money after the holidays and we so gladly accept to spend our last bit of coin on re-upping our Brew Haven membership. Dues for 2018 will be a mere $25. As you know, or should, dues money helps the club pay for […]
Featured Beers Have Returned!!!
Events NewsAt the last meeting we voted (by way of applause) for our favorite beer of the night. Ben’s Smoked Porter w/ Maple Syrup ended coming out on top. Click on the “Featured Beers” link at the top of the page or click THIS LINK (I promise it’s a link and you won’t be rick rolled) Cheers! […]
Brew Haven DIY Series: Fermentation Chamber
Education NewsBy David Hope-Ross I’ve had this fermentation chamber for a few years now and made some improvements over time, and I’m pretty happy with it as it sits now. I started with a mini fridge I got off of craigslist for 40 bucks. The frame is made from 2×3 and 2×4 lumber I had laying […]
Brew Haven DIY Series: Hopback
EducationDIY Hopback By Mike Granoth As any hophead brewer knows, we are always looking to add more hoppy goodness into our beers. My idea is to add a hopback to my brewing system. A hopback is basically a vessel, filled with whole leaf hops, that is placed inline between your kettle and your fermenter. It […]
Brew Haven DIY
Education NewsStarting today, Brew Haven will be starting a new post topic labeled “Brew Haven DIY” which is scheduled to post once a month on the 15th of each month. You will find information for creating and modifying equipment and processes. If you’d like to contribute head over to This Forum Post and let us know what you’d […]
Stout/Porter Competition
EventsThe March monthly meeting will include a Stout/Porter competition. This includes any beer that may fall in these category’s or a sub category. Ex. Milk stout, brown porter..etc. If you’d like to participate all you’ll need to do is bring at least 32oz of your beer. Format: The format of this competition will be relatively […]
Learn How to Brew Day with Brew Haven
EventsBrew Haven is excited to announce that we will be holding a National Learn to Homebrew Day demonstration at Two Roads brewing in Statford, CT on Saturday, November 5th at 12pm. This is sure to be a great day filled with great knowledge and you guessed it… SAMPLES. Come on down to see what brewing […]