Hey, you guys are extremely awesome. Thanks for all your input, this is great feedback. I've decided, for the sake of simplicity and frugality I am going to build an electronic BIAB system. I am going to research everything that was discussed here, and use that as my foundation. Thanks for...
Yeah, I'm thinking to go this route. I'll take my time, do the research.. and go electric BIAB method (homemade).
Any suggestions for where to start my research? A compilation of FAQ's or How-To's or other resources?
Thanks!
Hi folks. I want to start planning on upgrading my stove top brewing setup, and get a 5 or 10 gallon electric system built/bought. I am not able to brew with propane where I live.
So I've been brewing all grain for about a year, and brewing all-together for 3 years. I'm having issues with...
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I was really worried that the age of the extract was affecting the reading... but now I know it shouldn't, and age would only affect the fermentability of the LME.
This is my 6th extract batch, and the previous 5 batches Ive had no issues with the OG being so off. HOWEVER, I...
I started the boil with 6 gallons, and ended up with 5.25 gallons at the end. When the wort was under 80 F, i transferred to my fermentation bucket. I topped off with .25 gallons sanitized water, leaving me 5.5 gallons in my bucket. I let it cool in a swamp cooler that had icy water. I took the...
I bought the Hop Head Double IPA kit from Midwest back in February. Not long after it arrived, I moved to a different state in March for a new job. I finally got my stuff unpacked, and had the time to start brewing again. I followed the directions in the kit (1.5 lbs of grain and 9.3 lbs of LME)...