Recent content by KappaSigMike

Hello Everyone! I am very new to the forums and just wanted to say hello! I didn't notice this introductory page in my first couple prods around, so this isn't my first post but I am still very green! My first batch is currently in my basement, and it is on it's 7th day of fermentation! I...

It is a Golden Ale with Cascade Hops, Nottingham Ale (11g) dry yeast. What should my gravity readings be? And holy crap, I love these forums already!!

Thank you! Why is it doing this? Is it too cold? Too hot? It was bubbling and breathing vigorously at first, and now it's not. Is this normal?

Hello, I was told my beer would have to ferment for 2 weeks. I have not been home too much because of travel, but I have been having my friends check on it. The beer is kept in a colder, dark basement, however it is in San Jose california, and temperature outside regularly reaches 80...

Hello, I apologize for the condition of the house, I live with 9 other guys and it is filthy. I know my floor looks like ****, and I take extra steps to sanitize and clean ALL my equipment with star san and water. \ I just wanted to share and get some commentary, as well as tips for...

Hello Everyone! I joined this forum on the suggestion of a Co-Worker, and I have found a bunch of threads both helpful and interesting already, but I have yet to find one pertaining to my question, so I apologize if this is a repost: I am due to bottle my beer in ~12 days. It is currently...