I'm going to try dry hopping for the first time and a few questions. From what I've read, dry hopping into the secondary is recommended. I generally follow the 1-2-3 rule and leave the brew in secondary for 2 weeks, should the hops be added at the beginning? Also, I've seen some discussions on bagging the hops or not. Are there any preferences? If you do bag, what do you use? Is cheesecloth, like I use for steeping grains OK? Also, I've seen some of the homebrew suppliers advertise nylon 'hop bags' - are these to use for dry hopping? If I use a bag, how best to sanitize - I'm thinking of soaking in my no-rinse sanitizer, but not sure if that's the best way to go.
Anyway, this site never seems to lack for opinions, so I look forward to responses.
Anyway, this site never seems to lack for opinions, so I look forward to responses.