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    How to sweeten on the backend of fermentation

    I was about to bottle a Honey Wheat kit I got for Williams when I decided to try a sip. Man, is it dry...almost vinegar!!! Is it even worth saving? What can I do to sweeten it and bottle without over priming? I have potassium sorbate, but have never used it before. Thanks in advance
  2. J

    Propane Burner size

    I use my turkey fryer burner but it is so slow...only a 5 psi regulator. I want to upgrade now (to around 180,000 BTU) but I also eventually want to install some burners into a permanent stand/system...and I would hate to buy them twice. Looking to spend around $40 for free standing one now...
  3. J

    Going Pro...whose got what it takes?

    I know we all have the dream of being a Micro brewery/brew pub, but is there anyone here that has taken the steps toward going Pro? Has anyone researched? Acquried the means? Gone out and looked at real estate? DOES ANYONE HERE THINK THEIR BEER IS GOOD ENOUGH?? My wife and I have talked...
  4. J

    Water pH...are we brewers or chemists?

    First off, I hate chemistry...but I feel like a chemist reading about water pH and additives. Since I am over in Germany, I dont think I can get a good, accurate water content. Not that I know what to do with it anyways... What do you do for your water and what should I look for when I...
  5. J

    How long to Bottle Condition?

    I have brewed 6-7 extract kits and they have all had a sharp metallic, over the top bitterness to them. Some have suggested it will disappear over time. I have 3-4 month old beers that I stored cool and cold, and still have the taste. I do boil in aluminum--the SS kettle is on its way. I...
  6. J

    Beer "OLD" after one week?

    Ok, So I just bottled an extract Sierra Pale Ale clone about 10 days ago. On day 3 i drank a couple...sure the carbonation wasnt perfect but it tasted pretty good. I just opened another after 10 days in the bottle and it has that same metallic, bitter-overboard taste! What can make the beer...
  7. J

    How do you legally ship beer?

    I have some homebrewed beers I want to ship for evaluation and to send to family. I am stationed in Germany and can only use USPS. If I go on base and ship them illegally---my a** is grass! Any help would be appreciated.
  8. J

    Off Flavors from Extract Kits

    I have brewed 7 kits (1 IPA, 2 Sierra Pale clones, 2 Irish red, 2 Scottish Ale) from the same supplier (Midwest) and they have all turned out tasting/looking pretty much the same....terrible. The have a STRONG metallic taste. There is 0 mouth feel. Watery and sweet. They are all the same dark...
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