This is my first post in several months.... sorry for falling off the face of the earth, but I've been busy.
Anyway, I am getting back into brewing again and was thinking of new things to try. Has anyone ever used a wooden barrel to ferment or age their beer in? What sort of characteristics have you gotten out of it? Any tips on curing the barrel? What about using barrels that have been used for Whisky, Wines or Bourbon?
I look forward to hearing your thoughts.
Anyway, I am getting back into brewing again and was thinking of new things to try. Has anyone ever used a wooden barrel to ferment or age their beer in? What sort of characteristics have you gotten out of it? Any tips on curing the barrel? What about using barrels that have been used for Whisky, Wines or Bourbon?
I look forward to hearing your thoughts.