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Forum: Mead 04-30-2013, 03:36 AM
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Yea It would be fine, the cinnamon might be on...

Yea It would be fine, the cinnamon might be on the spicy side. I racked mine over cause I wanted to get the cider of the sticks and clear it up a little bit.
Forum: Mead 04-30-2013, 03:32 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,547
Posted By Shmrak12
I had mine in primary for three weeks, secondary...

I had mine in primary for three weeks, secondary for three weeks. Then I added potassium sorbate, let it sit for 36 hours. After that I racked into a bottling bucket with 1 can apple juice...
Forum: Mead 04-29-2013, 04:14 PM
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Posted By Shmrak12
I left mine in primary for three weeks, then...

I left mine in primary for three weeks, then secondary for another three weeks before bottling. If you didn't add any pectin enzyme at the beginning of primary, it will probably stay a little cloudy.
Forum: Mead 04-27-2013, 02:36 PM
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Views: 3,547
Posted By Shmrak12
I used pectin enzyme during fermentation and got...

I used pectin enzyme during fermentation and got a really clear, clean cider. Then I used potassium sorbate a day before bottling to keep everything still.
Forum: Mead 04-04-2013, 11:25 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,547
Posted By Shmrak12
Do you leave this as still cider after bottling...

Do you leave this as still cider after bottling or do you add sugar to make it sparkling?
Forum: Mead 04-04-2013, 08:27 PM
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Do you leave this as still cider after bottling...

Do you leave this as still cider after bottling or do you add sugar to make it sparkling?
Forum: Mead Forum 04-03-2013, 04:15 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 332
Posted By Shmrak12
So here is what I went with: 13# Wildflower...

So here is what I went with:

13# Wildflower Honey (Cheapest at my LHBS)
3# Raspberries (Primary)
3# Blackberries (Primary)
6oz Fresh Lemon juice
10g Redstar Montratchet yeast
3# Raspberries...
Forum: Mead 04-02-2013, 05:40 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,547
Posted By Shmrak12
og: ??

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Forum: Mead Forum 04-01-2013, 07:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 332
Posted By Shmrak12
I ended up going with 10g of Red star Montrachet...

I ended up going with 10g of Red star Montrachet yeast. I aerated well, supplied nutrients and then pitched. The lag was maybe 24 hrs. But it has been rolling strong for the past few days.
Forum: Mead 03-26-2013, 03:59 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,547
Posted By Shmrak12
I used Lalvin D47 yeast and left this in primary...

I used Lalvin D47 yeast and left this in primary for about 21 days. It fermented all the way down to 0.996 and gave me a whopping abv of 14.5%. The flavor was good but I decided to put in secondary...
Forum: Fermentation & Yeast 03-26-2013, 03:55 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 233
Posted By Shmrak12
Thx Mike! I'm gonna watch that video today

Thx Mike! I'm gonna watch that video today
Forum: Mead Forum 03-26-2013, 03:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 332
Posted By Shmrak12
At first I was going to use wyeast 4632. But...

At first I was going to use wyeast 4632. But after reading peoples reviews I think I will go with 10 g of Lalvin D47.

I like the idea of adding fruit during both fermentations. How long do you...
Forum: Fermentation & Yeast 03-26-2013, 04:43 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 233
Posted By Shmrak12
I was reading Radical Brewing by Randy Mosher and...

I was reading Radical Brewing by Randy Mosher and came across this style and started researching it a little more. Not to mention I want to drink like a VIKING! Now it has become a new project for...
Forum: Mead Forum 03-26-2013, 04:36 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 332
Posted By Shmrak12
Help with my first mead- Blackberry Melomel

I want to make a Blackberry Melomel for my first mead this week and I have a couple questions.

Should I put the fruit in during primary or secondary fermentation?

Any suggestions on staggered...
Forum: Fermentation & Yeast 03-25-2013, 07:25 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 233
Posted By Shmrak12
Thats one I hadn't considered. But, I was...

Thats one I hadn't considered. But, I was thinking of a Weizen or Saison Style yeast and under-pitching it a little bit.
Forum: Fermentation & Yeast 03-25-2013, 07:00 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 233
Posted By Shmrak12
Substitue for Finnish Bakers Yeast?? - First Sahti

Does anyone have any good ideas of what a good substitute would be for Finnish Bakers Yeast in a Traditional Sahti Recipe? I had a couple thoughts in mind, but I want to get other brewers opinion.
Forum: Fermentation & Yeast 03-25-2013, 06:59 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 79
Posted By Shmrak12
Substitue for Finnish Bakers Yeast- First Sahti

Does anyone have any good ideas of what a good substitute would be for Finnish Bakers Yeast in a Traditional Sahti Recipe? I had a couple thoughts in mind, but I want to get other brewers opinion.
Forum: Mead 03-05-2013, 05:13 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,547
Posted By Shmrak12
Mine is sitting in my closet right now. Ambient...

Mine is sitting in my closet right now. Ambient air is about 65F, so fermentation is probably hovering around 70F. My whole closet smells awesome!
Forum: Mead 03-01-2013, 04:40 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,547
Posted By Shmrak12
Just made a variation of this recipe. OG: 1.106....

Just made a variation of this recipe. OG: 1.106. I cannot wait for this one to finish!!
Forum: Mead 02-27-2013, 04:29 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,547
Posted By Shmrak12
Sounds awesome and strong! Do you know what your...

Sounds awesome and strong! Do you know what your gravities were?
Forum: Fermentation & Yeast 11-01-2012, 04:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 211
Posted By Shmrak12
Im sure it is fine. But with time, yeast...

Im sure it is fine. But with time, yeast viability is going to be greatly reduced, and several step ups sounds time and labor heavy. At least compared with getting a new smack pack with 90% viable...
Forum: General Beer Discussion 11-01-2012, 04:42 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 614
Posted By Shmrak12
Esters are mostly produced at higher fermentation...

Esters are mostly produced at higher fermentation temperatures. This particular yeast has a range of 59-75 degrees, with a low ester profile. Therefore, I would recommend turning your cooler down to...
Forum: Beginners Beer Brewing Forum 11-01-2012, 04:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 418
Posted By Shmrak12
Of course you can dry spice in your primary. But...

Of course you can dry spice in your primary. But I recommend you transfer your beer into a secondary fermenter and then dry spice. The reasoning for this is that you want to separate your...
Forum: Recipes/Ingredients 10-26-2012, 02:43 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 416
Posted By Shmrak12
In my red ales I like to use a lb or so of munich...

In my red ales I like to use a lb or so of munich malt in the mash for a toasty flavor, as well as use american hops in the boil. Try a knockout hop addition to give your red some nice aroma after...
Forum: Equipment/Sanitation 10-11-2012, 02:33 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,275
Posted By Shmrak12
Just throw a party and charge for cups. Free...

Just throw a party and charge for cups. Free beer, and free keg shell
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