Recent content by mw3kgt

I brewed this as my first batch. I wouldn't use quite all the oak chips as its very strong in this lower IBU ipa. I wasn't overly impressed with the lme either, kind of a funky twang from it as described on here.

From what I've read, yes. Also leave it in the fridge for at least 24 hours before you crack it open.

No this was a straight extract all LME. Ya I understand that I would finish a little high but this was a little more, I'm not too worried.

First off this was my 4th batch of extract, and thanks to you guys I decided to do things differently on this one. This was a Stone Ruination clone from AHS SG was supposed to be 1.072 but I ended up at 1.077 because I used 5 gallons of water instead of the 5.5 suggested. I decided to just...

I will just reinforce what everyone else said. Founders, Hopcat, and New Holland. Bells in Kzoo is alright but since their brewery is not in Kzoo its not as exciting.

I am debating it, I just need to find a funnel for my carboy because my buckets are full.

I steamed mine similar to veggies. Also I used 1/2oz in a low IBU IPA and I think it was a touch much, but they are only 3 weeks old in bottles and could get better.

I would be careful and open a window if it's the middle of summer and its already humid in your basement. My basement can get to 80%+ humidity in the summer months. Other than that I wouldn't worry.

I have the same kit, haven't brewed it yet though. Heres my hop schedule. 2oz columbus bittering 14.2%aa 1oz columbus flavoring 14.4%aa 1oz willamette aroma 4.7%aa