Recent content by riss_rizzo

I would think it should be. Try it. Worse that happens is a "sore stomach" for a day or two. Then you can warn off the rest of us who might try it later.

How is it going? Still vigorous?

I didn't mean to chase you off. If I did? I can help with the numbers if you have a recipe. I just really think the best way to solve this is by adjusting your efficiency expectations.

A belgian wit "style" I recently made included 6lbs wheat LME 1lb weyermann's light wheat 2 AAUs saaz bittering 4.35 AAUs centennial finishing 1 oz sweet orange peels 10 min 1 oz paradise seeds (cracked) 10 min I just steeped the wheat grains at 158 for 30 min then you...

Sounds good. Amarillo are some good hops. I've used them a couple times. Very citrusy, like cascade, but a little more like orange than grapefruit, in my opinion anyway.

I've been thinking about this one while reviewing John Palmers book. The software you are using assumes a certain percentage of overall efficiency. I think what you should try for your next recipe is determine your max efficiency the divide that into what gravity you actually get and find your...

Can't help with yeast question, I've never used those strains, sorry. But pounds of sugar should be added during the boil or at flame-out while the water is still hot enough to dissolve them. And as for priming sugars, I just stick with 3/4Cup unless you want more carbonation.

Sorry guy, never tried anything quite like that. I wouldn't know what might happen. Keep us posted if you do it though...

Congrats! You have plenty of time. I've found that it's rare that 2 people get the same or most enjoyment out of the same thing, let alone 3 or more. I would brew 3 or 4 kinds of beer that cover a variety of styles, then let them tell you what they liked the most. The perfect gift might be a...

If you lager it real good and slow, and thorough, it would be ready right around September/October which would make it as traditional as you could. Don't sweat it! Take your time and enjoy!

Overall I think your recipe looks good! If you like hops, this will give some good kick. My only concern with it would be that you said you had the kit for "awhile" and the liberty for over a year. Any off flavors or unexpected results would probably come from there if I had to guess. Otherwise...

Sounds like you are using a lot of water. Maybe just try to cut it back some? Your numbers are fairly close so you could really just relax and enjoy it. Just one more thought though, what temp is wort when you measure og? Remember heat thins the viscosity of any liquid and most hydrometers are...

Why not try a mead with all that free honey?

Ales seem to do. Best at, or just below room temps. Your yeast packet should tell you the ideal temp for that strain. But generally anything roughly 65 to 75 should work fine.

Thanks everyone for such a great welcoming. I heavnt checked in for a couple days and this thread really blew up. I too was not born here in Texas either. I got my start as a yankee, just north of Philly. But like the old saying goes, I got here as fast as I could.