Recent content by twistedbrew

Nice work John.. good setup to start with thats for sure.. would love to know how it all goes.

Welcome.. :)

hi coolbreeze, sounds like you have the bug and you haven't even started yet, good luck with controlling that! if you have a spare $20 i recommend getting your hands on some video tutorials on how to brew beer, there is a guy on this site who runs this blog and he promotes beereasy's video...

Thanks guys, I know I will never know everything, but at least want to understand the basics. My thoughts were right in regards to gravity.. I guess I just need to jump in head first!

I have only made a few home brews in my time and it has always been from a kit following instructions. I am looking to go a HG or AG method soon but want to make sure I know everything before I get started.. so just to start.. do gravity readings change depending on the wort your have made...

Hey buddy. I am new to the brew game as well, sounds like you got a good deal on kits. In regards to spices etc.. I would suggest making a few brews first so you can see what it tastes like and how the process works then work out what sort of spices you will want. There are loads of recipes...

Welcome on board. In regards to bottles, are many of you using second hand glass bottles at all?

This should be rule no.1! Patience grasshopper :drunk:

Does having a longer fermentation have any direct impact or known change in flavor to the brew? So if you were to keep the brew cooler to slow down the fermentation what sort of effect does this have on the final brew?

a lot of the old english beers(bitters) are often served at room temp even in the pubs! not sure whether it is to warm them up over there, but they sure do taste great warm.. I never thought I would say that.

I agree, unless you planned to make your brew with flavor, its no good putting it in at the end especially if you are happy with what you have brewed so far. I read an interesting article about brewing beer with honey, which could be up your alley - How To Brew Beer Using Honey | How To Brew...

Do many of you buy your supplies online at all? can you recommend any good online stores?

I'm with mike on the temps thing.. if you live in an area where temps can change dramatically, i.e; cold overnight and hot during the day.. where you store your mix while you are fermenting is very important.. it shouldnt get too warm! - So look at cooling solutions or make sure you are brewing...

thanks guys, and for the encouragement! what is rdwhahb?

Hey all, I have just become interested in brewing beer at home and this site looks like a great spot to get started! :ban: Can anyone give me any hints or tips or anything I need to know about brewing my own beer? :mug: