Recent content by jmgekeler

Next time I'm in there, I'll make a point of introducing myself. The way this next week is shaping up, I am gonna need a beer! -Jason

Welcome! I work just up the street from you. Glad you made it over the forums! -Jason

Howdy from Indianapolis and welcome to the forums! -Jason

Great Fermentations is where I got started too. The owner, Anita, is very willing to help out and gives good advice! Welcome to the forums! -Jason

YooperBrew - Glad I could be helpful! :) Where in the UP are you from? I'm originally from the lower part (Tawas City) but I have spent a good deal of time in the upper.

That's the feeling I got too. I'd like to buy one eventually though... they just look cool!! -Jason

Thanks guys! I am fairly new to home brewing ... I've made about 25 gallons. Been doing a lot of research in books and on the forum. I'm looking forward to learning more! -Jason

I brew outside too. As with the others, I leave my lid on until it gets to boiling and then set it ajar to prevent boil overs but still protect from UFOs.;) -Jason

I'm going to leave it then! Thanks all! -Jason

Hi All- New guy here from Indy. Just wanted to day hello. Looks like there lots of info here and a pretty active forum! Looking forward to joining in! -Jason

Thanks for the reply guys! I also called the local supply store and was told that I DO need to bottle before I leave since my primary is a plastic bucket. The reason being that the plastic bucket could leak air and cause contamination. I'm not sure I agree with this statement as the lid is...

Hello. My name is Jason and I am new to brewing beer (I've made about 20 gallons so far). Seems like there is a lot of good info here and I am looking forward to learning! My question is, how long can I leave my beer in the primary fermenter? I am brewing a porter and my primary is a...