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Getting ready to start my first series of lagers: Helles, Dunkel, and a Vienna. Original plan was to use WLP833, but the LHBS was out. Ended up with WLP 860 instead. I know this is a "platinum strain" with limited release. However, there doesn't appear to be much information out there...

I'm planning on trying my hand at a lambic later this summer and want to make sure I know I'm getting myself into before starting anything. If I'm investing this much time, I want to give myself every chance to succeed! My goal is to end up with something similar to Mort Subite Kriek. For a...

Working to use up some of the stuff I have on hand. I've been on a bit of a Belgian kick lately and am looking to brew something lighter to go with my saison for the summer. Thinking a Belgian wheat sounds tasty. I've got 3787 for yeast and Pacifica for hops. Those two should give me the...

Looking for some advice from those familiar with big Belgians. After brewing several porters, stouts, and other "neutral yeast" beers, I'm looking to brew my first Belgians for this summer. The main inspiration behind this decision was a beer from one of the local brew pubs. "The malt body...

Is there a general rule of thumb on when to start a fermentation with a blow-off tube? I'm a relatively new brewer preparing for my third batch. The first, a porter, bubbled out of the airlock and created a small mess. The second, a red ale, never got anywhere near the top of the carboy...