MrBulldogg
Well-Known Member
I recently bottled my first batch after 11 days in primary (don't have a secondary yet, but I timed 2+ mins between gurgles.) I'm using 12 oz glass Heineken bottles. I added 3/4 cup dextrose for priming prior to bottling, and the storage temp is about 65 degrees. So far so good, but a friend told me some horror stories about homebrews resulting in "bottle grenades" that made a humongous mess. I see no reason why 3/4 cup would be a problem, but I was wondering if there were any danger signs I should look out for? Ie. is there any way to tell if a bottle is approaching critical pressure? Thanks!