Recent content by Shabby

Everything is brand new and I have tried to test for leaks but afraid to get soap in the must. Without taking a beginning reading if I would to test the gravity of it now what would I be looking for?

After several days of reading through the forum, I tried the recipe. Followed all instructions except I used Nottingham yeast. This is my first try at home brewing so after almost a week in the carboy and there is no bubbles passing through the airlock I am concerned. Temperature is 70F+ and...