Thanks guys. Not ready for all grain yet, but questions where answer, much of the answers were expected, you just sometimes need to hear them for yourself. Or read them in this case. Anyway But I'll definitely switch to all grain eventually. Got 2 more questions if you don't mind. 1. Is it possible to brew all grain with the same equipment. 2. Is there a really good instructional video out there? I don't learn from a book well the first time I do something. I need a teacher and the hobby is slim pickins around here.
Is there a really good instructional video out there? I don't learn from a book well the first time I do something. I need a teacher and the hobby is slim pickins around here.
Search for DeathBrewers stove top all grain method. That should set you up!\
*edit: Here it is!
there are some grains that just don't have malt extracts.
If you want to make a particular brew, there's times when its stellar via AG and "close" with extract.
btw, if you want to brew on a whim, AG+Mill+dry yeast = best option.
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Planning- Black Butte Porter
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Originally Posted by Red Clay
Last night, as I cleaned out four carboys, two corney kegs and lots of lines, my 12 year old daughter noted: "Dad, it looks like brewing beer is mostly about washing dishes."
Everyone else has pretty much said it. All I will add is that the process is only slightly more complicated, but the increased number of options will make it APPEAR much more complicated. Infinite options will do that to you every time.
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Yeah, it seems more complicated.. but the more I read, the easier it seems. I am doing extracts and partial mash for a few times to get the basic skills down. I fully intend on going AG by winter at the latest, but really it just comes down to brewing extracts/partials until I build my rig. This hobby has me hooked =)
About the quality: I also tooled around with extract brews for many years, never really happy with my results and since I have gone Ag I make superb beers, in fact my latest recipe which is an American brown is hands down the best beer I have ever tasted anywhere. I would highly recommend Ag as it takes your brewing skills to an all new level.
Thanks guys. Not ready for all grain yet, but questions where answer, much of the answers were expected, you just sometimes need to hear them for yourself. Or read them in this case. Anyway But I'll definitely switch to all grain eventually. Got 2 more questions if you don't mind. 1. Is it possible to brew all grain with the same equipment. 2. Is there a really good instructional video out there? I don't learn from a book well the first time I do something. I need a teacher and the hobby is slim pickins around here.
this video really opened my eyes to the process and how easy it could be, and was enough to make me make the switch. granted, i'm still 2 months away from doing my first brew (not by choice though).
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