maritimeclassics

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I have never brewed beer before, but moving from Portland Or. to TC Michigan am interested in brewing my own beer. Can anyone tell me what the best way to start is? Should I buy a kit and if so what kind. I love a good IPA Brightport is the best I have ever tasted and would like to work up to something like the quality of that, is that even possible for a home brewer? Would love to really get into this, please help. Thanks

hammer one

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Everything is possable for a homebrewer! Start with a kit, Northern brewer,midwest supply,Austin homebrew just to name a few. good luck

BrewinJack

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I would sugest this to start with... it should see you right... youll need to get bottles... but this will get you started

Basic :: Midwest Supplies Homebrewing and Winemaking Supplies

Fuggles IPA w/ Munton's 6 gm dry yeast :: Midwest Supplies Homebrewing and Winemaking Supplies

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shaundesjardins

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Get a decent started kit (carboy,ale pail, hydrometer etc.)from one of the above mentioned sites and buy one of their kits that suits the style of beer you want to make. Follow the instructions carefully and come back to this site with any questions you might have.
That will get your feet wet and you'll probably be hooked for life after that. I know I was.
Good luck!

Troubs

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Read this all the way through twice How to Brew by John Palmer

I've read this about 4 times and I haven't even brewed my first beer yet. This information in invaluable

Hugh_Jass

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This thread was helpful to me. It is full of information for a new brewer. Most of the questions can be answered there or in some of the other stickys. If you have a question, please ask. There is a wealth of information and expert brewers associated with this forum.

Here's a group of homebrewers from Michigan.

The equipment in the link BrewinJack provided in his post will get you started. You'll also need a large pot.

Most of all, have fun and enjoy, or as some would say RDWHAHB. Welcome to the obsession

kryolla

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What are you waiting for Rock out with your Cock out

Revvy

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Where in MIchigan are you moving to and when???

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Troubs

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Waiting for my equipment to show up! It'll be here Friday so I'll be brewing on Saturday morning!