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Old 01-17-2012, 01:16 AM   #1
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Just finished up my first brew. So far things seemed to work out great. Starting OG was listed as 1.040 and mine came out at 1.044. I am happy with the results. Color looks a bit darker than expected but I anticipate that to mellow out in the fermenter. I did a full boil. Started out with 7.5 in the kettle and ended with about 5.25 in the primary after adding 1qt. starter. Can't wait to see how it turns out.

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Old 01-17-2012, 02:55 AM   #2
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NICE! I am a big fan of cream ales. Let us know how it turns out.
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Keep us posted for sure, that kit is on my list. I'm curious about the color - it looks a little darker than it should be, even for a carboy picture.
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Checked out the primary today and it is very active. It appears the color is also lightening up. I hate the waiting.
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I am currently drinking my NB Cream Ale. Mine came out on the dark side and a little hoppy for a cream ale.
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brewbug at what point in the boil did you add your Extract?

Just wondering...
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It looks... glorious

I also heart cream ales
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brewbug at what point in the boil did you add your Extract?

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All of my extract was added at the start of the boil.
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All of my extract was added at the start of the boil.
The extract has been boiled for you already I think that it is just carmelizing and getting darker

Search Late Extract Additions

I have been messing with my process and am adding 1/2 at 30min and the rest @ the 20 min mark

I am no pro, but I think with the late additions I am ending up with a cleaner tasting beer

Brew On !!!

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and lighter too ....


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