Abstract: Provided by aspects of the present inventive concept are a brewing system including at least one vessel utilized therein, for example, a grist case; a mash/lauter tun; a recirculation vessel; a boil kettle; a hopback; a whirlpool; and/or at least one fermenter that is transparent. Also provided by the inventive concept are a process of using the brewing system, and beverages prepared using the brewing system and/or process.