Recent content by Nexus555

Yep. Plan on having a tasting party in 2 weeks. Should be excellent by then.

It's only been a week but I thought I'd try one after the horrible bottling night. The West Coast IPA is already very well carbonated and super delicious! Super satisfying!

Well last night was bottling night for the West Coast Pale Ale that I brewed 3 weeks ago. This was my first brew in 15 years. I prepped everything, was ready to start, and then ran into a plethora of problems: 1.) Back when I originally brewed this, I forgot to top off my fermenter with an...

Didn't realize this until you mentioned it. Thanks for the advice! When I eventually get my Anvil Fermenter (I ordered it last night), can I gently stir priming sugar into the vessel and just bottle out of the Anvil Fermenter? Seems like it would save a step, and also, I can't imagine gently...

Update here: tomorrow, I will add my dry hops to this and next weekend it will time to bottle! Also, I told my wife I want the Anvil Fermenter for Father's Day! I've decided after research that it will be the best fit for me. The only concern I have is I have a 7 cu chest freezer, and I'm not...

Airlock activity is now ongoing! Head size has increased.

Yeah, I definitely won't get a traditional carboy for sure. I am still exploring options.

Thanks for the reassurance. I was very nervous seeing it dormant this morning as all the LBS are closed on Sundays. Also, it feels weird to think about it sitting for so long with no activity. I am always nervous about spoilage, lol. Anyways, I will keep everyone updated. I am also about to be...

Yeast: US-05 Safale Dry (1 packet) Volume: 5 gallons total Estimated OG: 1.055 I pitched yeast right at 67 degrees approximately 1 hour after the boil once I cooled the wort. I did not hydrate.

So yesterday I finally brewed my first batch in 15 years! I got a West Coast Pale Ale extract kit from my local homebrew shop. This morning, approximately 12 hours after pitching the yeast, I saw no obvious signs of fermentation. No foamy head and no bubbles in the air lock. I forgot to...

I think I quit brewing because I got a new job which required a lot of nights and weekends. I never really had a good schedule where I could plan a week or two ahead. I have a little more time to myself now. Also, thanks for all of this other information. It will come in handy :D

I've seen some here using software. I will look into that more too.

Makes sense. I will try to stick to maybe two or three of my favorite styles and keep it simple.

I am waiting to brew my first beer since 2007, and it will only be my third time. I am going to do an extract kit as before. Typically when I get into a hobby, I try to learn as much as possible. Where do you begin to get better at brewing beer? Are there certain must-have books? Note taking...

Perfect. Thanks!