A hydrometer is a tool that of which is used to measure how much fermentation has occurred in a bottle of beer or wine. This does not actually measure how much alcohol is present in the brew, but it can be used to estimate the level by taking a reading both before and after fermentation. The hydrometer measures the density of the liquid. It is an accurate tool, though the accuracy of the alcohol level will only be as accurate as the calculations of he who estimates it.

Nobody knows when humans first discovered that the capsaicin in chili peppers would not kill them, but hot sauce was probably invented shortly thereafter. Archaeologists have found jars of hot sauce at ancient digs, so a point of origin is probably a subject for prehistoric anthropologists rather than historians.

It goes without saying that money is a concern for anybody. Though brewing a batch of beer is a relatively cheap endeavor, buying the initial set of equipment might end up being quite expensive, running home brewers anywhere between $100 to over $500. When living on a budget, this can be a large chunk of cash.

For those of us who enjoy home brewing, the art of the brew is always our primary concern. Crafting a fine beer is a satisfying experience; the time and effort of finding the right mixture of ingredients and perfecting a method become worth it while tasting that first sip of a truly unique, flavorful beer of your own making.

Sometimes we desire the wonderfully succulent taste of a favorite mixed drink, but maybe the time just isn’t right to have alcohol included in the drink. The real question, then, is what drinks still taste great sans alcohol? You will find a few favorites in this article.