Recent content by joestrummerlives

Hi All, Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Matt. I live in Newport Beach, CA. I have been brewing for 17 years, but just got back into it after a number of years off. I joined this forum because I mostly want to just get in touch with other homebrewers for inspiration, especially...

Forgot to mention: I add the pumpkin to the mash and have never had a stuck sparge. I can't imagine adding it to the boil - sounds like a mess!

Fall is coming up, so time for pumpkin ale. I usually only put one 30 oz. can in per 5 gallons. I think the purpose of the pumpkin is to add color, and not so much to create fermentable sugars. I think this level of pumpkin creates a nice orange color without looking bizarre...