Recent content by ozzy1038

I'm sure your DYI list is quite small. Your DIY list on the other hand is probably large. :ban: (sorry couldn't resist)

As said, tilt or install a p/u tube. I use a chest cooler and tilt. Virtually no wort is left.

They probably do, and they're probably helping out too!

I have begun using fermcap. It eliminates the need for a blowoff tube.

I leave mine on the whole time.

I'm from the midwest and familiar with the term. It's pretty obvious.

I would definitely think it would be lacking in some desired minerals.

That is right on par with what I am paying at mine.

Glad I bought 2#'s of simcoe and 1/2# of amarillo.

Separated into 1oz packages and vacuum sealed then stored in freezer.

It shouldn't be too bad, but to put all that time and money into something to potentially ruin it because you didn't have an inexpensive piece of equipment (or you had it but didn't use it) is foolhardy.

I have 10 batches with my hose and have had no issues. It works awesome. Most times I only have to vorlauf 1-2qts before it runs clear.

A little bit of Potassium Metabisulfite will get rid of the chloramine. I put it in when I am heating my strike and sparge water. I have gone to 1/2 RO and 1/2 tap. My beers seem to taste better. Of course everyone's water is different.

Well the classic answer is RDWHAHB. Which is the correct answer in most cases. In your case it is not. Primarily because since this is your first batch you are missing the 2nd H and the B. So just relax and give it time. As long as your staying sanitary you should have no reason to worry.

Tell the arrogant A-HOLE to take a leap! I just brewed an extract (partial mash) that is very good. Otherwise everything I brew is all grain. The upside to all grain is that you are getting the malt from the source! Also more room to tweak recipes, and cheaper. The money you would save...