Thanks for your response. I dont have a basement and my house temp is about 75 degrees all the time except summer. How does everyone else ferment their beer at room temp? I cant be the only person whos room temp is 75 can I? What is an ideal fermentation temp? I gave it a swirl or two last...
I bought my first kit recently and am worried I've done something wrong. It was the irish red ale form Midwest. Today is day 9 in the bucket and the OG when i pitched the yeast was 1.04, today it is 1.02. I realize it may need more time but it has not bubbled the airlock since day 2. Should I be...
Thanks guys. Very helpful! One more question, After pulling them from the sanitize soak (I bought "star san") can you fill them while a little wet or do they need to be completely dry? I was thinking i'd let them dry in the dishwasher if necessary.
Great suggestion! I knew someone would have an idea. The reason I need one is because my buddy gave me a bunch of bottles that he had ready for recycling. Been sitting there for weeks or months likely with a little beer left in the bottom. I want to make sure there is no residue.
So I got a kit and am ready to bottle tomorrow or Tuesday. The kit didn't come with a bottle brush. Anyone know if there is something at Wally World or Home Depot that will do? I don't have a supply store locally and only shipping will take too long! Ideas?
Great, thanks! I have had my first brew in the primary for 5 days now. I guess if i don't find one, i'll just keep it there another week. I have heard this is OK, just not optimal!