The New DrHans Brewery Website
Welcome to DrHans Brewery’s New Digital Home
“It’s no longer just a plan in the works – the new website for DrHans Brewery is finally coming to life! If you’ve navigated here, you’re witnessing the fruits of much labor and dedication. As I pen this blog post, the official launch is just around the corner. You might notice in the accompanying picture that ‘The Doctor’s Blog Spot’ is still under wraps. But by the time you’re reading this, it will be live and ready for your exploration.
This new digital space is more than just a website; it’s a culmination of passion, hard work, and a deep desire to connect more intimately with you – the community of craft beer enthusiasts and homebrewers. We’re excited to share this journey with you, so dive in, explore, and let’s raise a virtual toast to new beginnings and shared adventures in brewing!
A Special Thanks as Everything Falls into Place
“As all the pieces of this website start coming together, I want to take a moment in this inaugural post to extend a heartfelt shoutout to Graham Preston, also known in the brewing community as Hapless Ginger Brew. His support has been invaluable in the creation of this site. In fact, it’s his server that’s bringing our digital platform to life!
Having Graham as a guide and a helping hand through this journey has been an incredible asset. His expertise and willingness to assist have not only made this process smoother but also more enjoyable. It’s collaborations like this that truly underscore the spirit of camaraderie in the homebrewing world. So here’s to Graham – thank you for being a part of this adventure and for helping to make the DrHans Brewery website a reality.
The Vision Behind DrHans Brewery’s Website
“The inception of the DrHans Brewery website springs from a simple yet significant idea: to create a central hub for all things DrHans Brewery across the web. As I ventured beyond my YouTube channel, which focuses on beer and homebrewing, I realized the challenge of maintaining a presence across multiple online platforms. It’s a demanding task to be everywhere at once!
This website is designed to streamline that process, bringing together all our content under one digital roof. While the core of the site will remain devoted to beer and homebrewing, I’m excited to sprinkle in a variety of content. You might even find a cooking video or two, and I’m eager to hear what you think about these forays into new territories.
And rest assured, our popular hop growing series will continue to be a staple here. The DrHans Brewery website is not just a collection of resources; it’s an evolving platform for sharing, learning, and growing our passion for all things brewing.
Centralizing DrHans Brewery: A One-Stop Destination
“In an effort to simplify and enhance your experience with DrHans Brewery, we’re bringing everything together in one convenient location. If you take a glance at the top menu of our site, you’ll notice links to our stores and Patreon pages. This centralization is a practical solution to the challenge of being present on multiple platforms.
While I’d love to engage with our community everywhere possible, streamlining our content into a single, accessible site is the most efficient way to connect with you all. By housing everything under one digital roof, we aim to make it easier for you to find and enjoy all the diverse content we offer. Think of the DrHans Brewery website as your all-inclusive gateway to our world of brewing – a place where you can explore, learn, and be part of our brewing journey, all with just a few clicks.
Integrating Platforms with DrHans Brewery’s Website
While my YouTube channel will continue to thrive as always, and my presence in Facebook groups and other beer-related social media remains active, the primary focus of DrHans Brewery content will now be centralized here on our website. Think of it as a funnel through which all my brewing insights and updates flow.
Exclusive Content and The Big DrHans Book of Recipes
In line with this new focus, I’m transferring some exclusive content previously available on Patreon to the DrHans Brewery website. While the vast trove of over 100 behind-the-scenes Patreon videos and numerous posts will remain exclusive to Patreon, I’m excited to announce that ‘The Big DrHans Book of Recipes’ will now be accessible here. This comprehensive collection features all of my personal and beer mail recipes, both those featured on my channel and others yet to be seen.
The Doctors Blog: A New Avenue for Expression
The addition of ‘The Doctors Blog’ on this site is something I’m particularly excited about. It serves as a perfect complement to my video content, allowing me to expand into the world of blogging. Just as creating ‘talking head’ videos in English has been a rewarding challenge, I anticipate that writing craft beer and homebrewing articles will be equally enriching. The blog will not only include new video content but also revisit relevant topics from older videos. Of course, there will also be traditional text-based blog posts like this one, offering a blend of media to engage with our audience.
Navigating YouTube’s Evolving Landscape
If you’ve watched any of my videos, you’re likely familiar with the oft-repeated request to ‘ring the bell.’ This isn’t just a catchphrase; it’s a response to the evolving way YouTube delivers content to subscribers. Not all of my videos automatically appear in my subscribers’ feeds anymore. YouTube, as the second largest search engine after Google, has shifted towards a model that emphasizes search results and video recommendations over subscription-based feeds. For content creators like myself, this presents a challenge in building and engaging with our audience.
Facing the ‘Search’ Challenge
The new YouTube dynamic means creators often rely on search visibility or resort to crafting clickbait titles and thumbnails. While a bit of playfulness in titles and thumbnails can be engaging, they must accurately represent the video’s content.
My Channel: A Hub for Experimental Brewing
My channel features numerous experimental brewing videos – the kind that might not typically come up in a standard search because they cater to a niche, adventurous audience. Rather than solely creating content that caters to popular search queries, I’m committed to preserving the creative and experimental spirit of my channel.
Taking Control with a Mailing List
To ensure that you, my viewers and readers, stay updated on all my latest videos and blog posts, I’ve decided to build a mailing list. This way, I can directly notify you about new content without relying solely on YouTube’s algorithms. As a token of appreciation for subscribing, I’m offering my eBook for free! It’s my way of saying thank you for joining me on this brewing adventure.
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Spot an Error? Your Help Is Appreciated!
“As we launch the new DrHans Brewery website, it’s likely that some small errors might pop up here and there. It’s all part of the growing pains of introducing something new. If you happen to notice any glitches or mistakes while exploring the site, I’d greatly appreciate it if you could let me know. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us improve.
You’ll find a contact form at the bottom of every page, making it easy for you to report any issues or just drop a line with your thoughts and suggestions.
Wrapping Up the First Blog Post
That brings us to the end of our very first blog post on the new DrHans Brewery website. I hope you enjoy exploring all that we’ve put together here. Your engagement and feedback are what drive this community, so feel free to share your thoughts in the comments below or on any of my video channels.
Cheers and a big thank you for being a part of this journey. DrHans, signing off for now!
