Thank you for the explanation. I will take advantage of your tip in the future. Unfortunately I just bottled a batch, have 1 in the primary, and one in the secondary that I fermented very similarly. Oh well, it is still very drinkable and I will have something to look forward to for my next...
I feel that you are correct. My beer ferments out in 2-3 days it seems and goes crazy the whole way through. Does fermenting to rapidly produce off flavors? I try to ferment at around 66 room temperature but have never thought to check the temperature of the wort. What should my goal temperature...
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I have made 3 extract brews and the aftertaste for all of them is similar. The flavor can be described as slightly bitter almost dry tasting. it is not terrible and I still enjoy the beer but would prefer that it not be their. Perhaps it is my water that is doing it? Is this a common...
Egg Head,
Thanks for letting me know and posting the websites for me to take a look at. I was aware of the prairie schooners.. i saw the poster on the refrigerator at friar tucks. I have been meaning to show up to a meeting but its a little awkward showing up to something the first time...
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I am a new brewer from Springfield, Illinois. I have made three batches of extract brewing and really have fallen in love with brewing as a relaxing (most of the time) hobby. I have decided to step up my game and make a mash tun this week in preparation to attempting an all grain brew...
Hello, I have read a lot on the forums and appreciate all the knowledge and recipes that many have posted. Its amazing how long you can wait before the need arises to make a post. Biermuncher..I think your recipes are great and have made 2-3 of your extract recommendations so far.
I used the...