Recent content by BeerBaronBob

From the Weihenstephaner website - notes an Extra Long Storage Time - This probably reduces the banana character but that is what the site says Hints of banana. I have been a big fan of the Vitus Beer and offer the following notes to study and ny attempt last year to clone this beer after...

Hi Wayne, The first beer I wanted to brew was Blue Moon and you helped me and everyone in this thread fulfill that desire. When I was in Denver last December on vacation I stopped by to say hi at Station 26 and wouldn't you know it you were having a Christmas party that day and the brewery...

Old Converted upright freezer. Can fit up to 4 carboys if you get the right size.

Yes, Nice job on the NHC talk and taking another Hefe gold at the Stein Challenge. I was just at the homebrew shop yesterday and the owner was talking to me about keg/bottle differences. I have always kegged and bottle right before I submit and entries. He was saying his barleywine tastes...

You can also try injecting some more O2 today to give it another boost if you have that ability.

Webers are awesome. I grill all year round and on a Weber grill (Kingsford briquettes in a chimney) exclusively for over 35 years. Teriyaki Pork Roasts, Pork Tenderloins, Steaks, Burgers, Sausages, whole turkey and turkey breasts, chicken, and chops are all fantastic. I plan on getting a...

After hearing about the possible Stone yeast I tried a clone of Stone's 15th Anniversary Ale, an Imperial Black IPA. I have to say this yeast made a great Black IPA giving the beer a big tan aroma head, very malty, wow. One of my best beers to date. Scored a 43 from a national BJCP judge last...

I use Kolsch yeast fermented at 62F for 21+ days and also use Cluster hops which the kit uses. I usually make 5 gal all grain batches and have a keg on tap as we speak. Cheers. How close are you to Round Lake?

Hi BM, After coming across and loving Kona Fire Rock Pale Ale while visiting CA and then finding your recipe, I've brewed a slight variation three times since July 2012. The modifications were Rahr Pale Ale Malt rather than MO, using good German Munich II (Best or Weyermann) and adding a touch...

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I tasted this beer at the Great Lakes Brewfest in Racine Wisconsin yesterday and was very impressed with the drinkable character. Will be following your thread and maybe trying a batch. I would start with Briess Midnight Wheat as the dark malt.

I will be taking a bus into town Saturday... It would also be a good chance to meet up with any local brewers. Looking at the http://host.madison.com/entertainment/dining/beer-baron-your-updated-guide-to-great-taste-of-the/article_3b12b2ef-fa20-515d-8728-0b58703bf0c7.html The lead up...

Dont be dejected the competition was very good this year. My O'Fest was the one that beat you out for 3rd place and scored a 36. If you look at the wining entries two Viennas took 1-2 with mine taking third as the only Oktoberfest to place.. Nice job mlakota! Care to share your Vienna...

Thanks for the info. It is much appreciated. Here is the recipe Im going to try. I am going to use the Pale Base Malt instead of regular 2 Row because I just bought a 50# sack. Do you use any additions to the Atlanta water? Also do you first wort hop? Sweetwater IPA Clone V2 Brew Type...