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  1. Happyhammer

    Is the ABV of my Perry too low?

    Hi, First some vital statistics... OG = 1.044 SG = 1.020 ABV% = 3.1% Primary 21 Days 2nd racking yesterday, day 38 Racked twice and crash chilled (obviously way too early) No sediment in Demijohn There is no action in the airlock and the SG has been the same for two days. And now for my...
  2. Happyhammer

    Setting up fridge for Carbing a keg and Pouring

    Hi, I've attached a couple of pictures my five year old drew for me, ahem, ok that I drew, that hopefully explain what I'm attempting to do which is setup my fridge so that I can either carb up to four kegs at a time or pour from four kegs at a time or a combination of the two as in picture 2...
  3. Happyhammer

    Liquid in airlocks and blow pipe buckets

    I have read a few different theories on what liquid should be used in airlocks and blow pipe buckets and was wondering what everyone here is using. I have included some options in the poll but please post comments if you'd prefer on the benefits and drawbacks.
  4. Happyhammer

    Carbonation when ending fermentation early

    Ok, please be gentle, based on other threads I've read I realise there is a carbonation debate, an SO2 debate and also discussion on how to maintain sweetness in your finished cider. So here are my questions: Can I use carbonation tablets if I stop fermentation early? AND Will they work if I...
  5. Happyhammer

    SG of 1.119, am I now making wine?

    Hi, I am trying to make cider/perry from some crab apples and pears my neighbour gave me. We started with 50kg (110 lbs) of fruit and pressed 30 litres (8 gallons) of juice, 60% yield. When I measured the SG of the juice I took a photo of the Hydrometer and went back to check the reading later...
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