DirtyJersey
Well-Known Member
Okay, some of you have seen my recent post on the "Introductions" thread. I'm new here and new to homebrewing. In fact, I'm still doing some research on what starter kit to purchase and I'm hoping to make my first purchase in the next week or two.
After looking at various starter kits, I've noticed that some come with secondary fermentors and others do not. Likewise, I've seen some posts where some homebrewers use a secondary, while others do not. I suppose it is a matter of personal preference. But my question is; what is the true purpose of the secondary fermentor? Is it simply for clarification of the brew?
My follow-up question; is anything added to the brew when transferring from the primary to the secondary?
Thanks in advance.
After looking at various starter kits, I've noticed that some come with secondary fermentors and others do not. Likewise, I've seen some posts where some homebrewers use a secondary, while others do not. I suppose it is a matter of personal preference. But my question is; what is the true purpose of the secondary fermentor? Is it simply for clarification of the brew?
My follow-up question; is anything added to the brew when transferring from the primary to the secondary?
Thanks in advance.