About Me

I like a glass of beer and a glass of wine without getting overboard.

Eddie Mcvay

Hi, my name is Eddie, and I’m the person behind Easy Beer And Wine.

I’ve been brewing beer and making wine at home for many years. Like most people, I didn’t start as an expert. I started in my kitchen and garage, making mistakes, fixing problems, and slowly figuring out what actually works.

That’s why this site exists.

Easy Beer And Wine is here to help regular people learn how to make good beer and wine at home without feeling overwhelmed or confused.

I will try to provide you with all the information to get started with this fascinating hobby.

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Why I Started This Site

When I first got into brewing, I noticed two problems.

Some guides assumed you already knew everything.
Others focused more on selling equipment than helping you succeed.

I wanted something different.

I built Easy Beer And Wine as a place where beginners and hobbyists can learn step by step, at their own pace, using clear explanations and practical advice. No complicated jargon. No pressure to buy the most expensive gear.

Just solid information that helps you get better results.

What You’ll Find Here

On this site, I focus on the basics that matter most:

  • Beginner guides for beer brewing and wine making
  • Step-by-step instructions you can actually follow
  • Tips to avoid common mistakes
  • Simple explanations of equipment and tools
  • Honest reviews to help you decide what’s worth your money

Everything is written from a hands-on point of view. If I recommend something, it’s because I believe it makes the process easier or improves the final result.

My Experience and Approach

I’m not a commercial brewery, and I’m not a winery.

I’m a home brewer and wine maker who learned by doing. I’ve brewed batch after batch, adjusted recipes, dealt with stuck fermentations, cloudy wine, off-flavors, and all the other things that come with learning this hobby.

That experience shapes how I write.

I focus on:

  • What beginners really struggle with
  • What matters most in the process
  • How to keep things simple without cutting corners

My goal is to help you feel confident, not overwhelmed.

How This Site Is Organized

Easy Beer And Wine is structured to make learning easier.

You’ll find clear guides for:

  • Beer brewing basics
  • Wine making basics
  • Equipment and tools
  • Storage, bottling, and serving
  • Reviews and buying guides

If you’re new, I recommend starting with the beginner guides and building from there. If you already have some experience, you can jump straight into specific topics or equipment help.

A Final Word

This site is not about perfection. It’s about learning, improving, and enjoying the process.

Making beer and wine at home should be fun, rewarding, and satisfying. My goal is to help you get there faster, with fewer mistakes and less frustration.

Thanks for being here, and happy brewing.

Eddie McVay