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Should ingredient kits be stored in the fridge prior to opening them? and how long do they last? Thanks!

I know the answer is varied by type of beer...etc. However, I was just wondering how long does fermenting beer create an odor on average(pleasant or otherwise)?

I am a new guy, and I'm about to start my first brew. I was wondering though, what is the best way to cool your wort? I know using an immersion chiller would help, but I'm not ready to pick one of those up yet. Is cooling the pot in just ice and water the best(and only) way? should i add salt to...

I've read many posts about the hydrometer and how valuable they can be. I was wondering how often someone should be sampling their beer and recording the gravity levels. I know I'm supposed to heavily document my process so it could be repeated but I also didn't want to over test/risk exposure...

I'm a new guy, haven't even received my equipment kit yet, but I'm wondering about recipe kits. I am up in Potsdam, NY so I am too far away from a LHBS, and I was wondering where is a good place to get a recipe kit. I was planning on getting one from midwestsupplies.com(where I'll be getting my...

I'm getting ready to purchase my first equipment kit and I am curious what kind of Carboy I should go with? I've read many horror stories of glass breaking and seriously injuring someone as well as being heavy and awkward to carry(I have to go upstairs). I hear buckets are easy to clean but...

Hi everyone, I'm new here. I've been wanting to start my own brewing for awhile but I've finally gotten the money set aside to give it a try. With that being said, I'm a poor college kid with around 200-300 to get started. I was hoping some people could point me in the right direction. I...