Recent content by Grzebyk26

Hey guys I have done a few batches on the GF and love the efficiency. I am having a bit of an issue with the counter flow chiller. It takes me 30 minute or more to cool my wort. I have slowed the flow rate so the wort has more time for temperature exchange. I have even submerged the cold water...

What have you guys done to minimize the grain in your boil kettle? I have heard of people using paint strainer bags or SS mesh screens. Has anyone tried these methods?

Thank you for the feed back I will consider it this weekend on my next brew day. It makes sense.

I did try all of those things during my brew day. I may just need to add some rice hulls to filter a little bit better. It was my first batch and I could have easily overlooked some things. I did have an issue getting up to boiling temp. I was stuck at 212 for about 45 minutes before it went to...

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Hey guys I need your help!!! I just did my first batch on The Grainfather and I had some trouble with the mash. I had quite a few husks that ended up in my boil which will most likely result on some tannin flavors. How can I fix this issue. I don't have my own grain mill. What should I do? Thank...

I just ordered The Grainfather along with the graincoat and the sparge water heater. Ill will keep you guys updated! Thanks for the input!

Thank you for your input. I appreciate it. It looks like I will be ordering The Grainfather sometime this week. Ill post some of brew day pictures. Thanks again.

Great point! I am really leaning toward the Grandfather system. The simplicity does seem really nice. How do you like the system? Is it easy to clean?

Hey guys I am looking to change over to an all electric system. I am having some trouble deciding between the Grainfather and the Blichmann BrewEasy so I thought I would start this thread and get some help from you guys. Any input at all is greatly appreciated!!!!

The only thing that is stopping me from buying this system is not knowing how much it can handle. What's the most you guys have done?

Awesome thank! I am going to try them out on an IPA.

Has anyones used these products before? If you have used it, what beer did you use it in and how long did you leave it in the fermenter? Thank you in advance!

Thanks got the help. I will give this one a try this weekend. Cheers!

Did you take the seeds out of the jalapeños before you baked them?