ClevelandHomebrewShop

Brew with Purpose,
Consult with Craft

ClevelandHomebrewShop brings together home brewing education, craft beverage consulting, and artisanal production support for South African enthusiasts. Whether you're starting your first batch or scaling a small brewery, we offer practical guidance rooted in real experience.

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Active member

Full name

Liam Botha

Email

liam.b@clevelandhomebrewshop.com

Phone

+27(36)5360792

Location

173 Barend Shore

Membership

Brewer’s Circle

Joined March 2023 · 3 workshops attended

Annual plan active

Next session

All-grain fundamentals

Sat, 12 Apr · 10:00 SAST

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Saved recipes

4 recipes

Last updated 2 days ago

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We take the safety of your information and our systems seriously. Here is how we protect your data, transactions, and access.

Data Encryption & Storage

  • All personal and account data is encrypted at rest using AES-256 standards.
  • Transmission of sensitive information is secured via TLS 1.3 protocols.
  • Regular third-party penetration testing and vulnerability assessments are conducted.

Access & Authentication

  • Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is enforced for all administrative accounts.
  • Role-based access control limits data visibility to only what is necessary.
  • Session timeouts and automatic logouts after 15 minutes of inactivity.

Payment Processing

  • We use PCI DSS compliant payment gateways — no card details are stored on our servers.
  • All transactions are tokenized, replacing sensitive data with unique identifiers.
  • Fraud monitoring systems run in real-time to detect unusual activity.

Incident Response

  • Dedicated security team monitors logs and alerts 24/7 for potential breaches.
  • We maintain a documented incident response plan with clear escalation paths.
  • Affected users are notified within 72 hours of a confirmed data incident.

For questions about our security practices, contact us at info@clevelandhomebrewshop.com.

What We Offer

Practical brewing support, from grain to glass

Hands-on services designed for South African homebrewers who want real results, not just theory.

Brewing Courses

Structured classes covering extract brewing, all-grain techniques, and recipe formulation. Small groups, real equipment, and a focus on South African ingredients.

  • Beginner to intermediate levels
  • Hands-on mash and boil sessions
  • Recipe kit to take home

Consulting & Recipe Development

One-on-one sessions to troubleshoot off-flavours, design custom recipes, or scale up your homebrew setup. We work with local maltsters and hop growers.

  • Flavour profiling and correction
  • Water chemistry adjustments
  • Yeast selection and handling

Production Support

For small-scale breweries and serious homebrewers: equipment sourcing, process optimisation, and quality control guidance tailored to the South African market.

  • Equipment audits and upgrades
  • Sanitation and shelf-life advice
  • Local supplier connections

Continue Exploring

More guides and stories from the Cleveland Homebrew Shop team.

Educational

Mastering the Mash

From extract to all-grain — your first steps

Learn the fundamentals of all-grain brewing and how to make the switch from extract kits.

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Exploration

South African Hops

Exploring local hop varieties and their unique profiles

Discover the emerging hop scene in South Africa and how local varieties can elevate your brews.

Read article →
Problem-solving

Troubleshooting Off-Flavours

Identify and fix common beer faults

A practical guide to diagnosing off-flavours in your homebrew and correcting them next time.

Read checklist →

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