DanMulvey
Member
Hey everyone,
I recently got into brewing and purchased the basic kit from northern brewer. I'd like to get a batch of apfelwein going so that it's (hopefully) ready around christmas/new year's time. Is there anything I should be aware of if I use an ale pail? I was thinking about making 6 gallons to minimize headspace but I don't know how that will affect the yeast (should I pitch two packets? make a starter?). If the bucket is a bad idea, I don't mind picking up a 5 gallon carboy/BB (I was thinking about getting one for occasional secondaries anyways) but I thought I would run it by you guys first.
Thanks!
I recently got into brewing and purchased the basic kit from northern brewer. I'd like to get a batch of apfelwein going so that it's (hopefully) ready around christmas/new year's time. Is there anything I should be aware of if I use an ale pail? I was thinking about making 6 gallons to minimize headspace but I don't know how that will affect the yeast (should I pitch two packets? make a starter?). If the bucket is a bad idea, I don't mind picking up a 5 gallon carboy/BB (I was thinking about getting one for occasional secondaries anyways) but I thought I would run it by you guys first.
Thanks!