So I recently bought a fridge that I want to use as a kegerator and to brew some lagers in as well. I have a temp controller and have it set to 48 degrees.
I have seen that a lot of people ferment their lagers, do a diacetyl rest, and then drop the temp to 32-34 for several weeks. The only way I can get those temps is out in the garage during the winter.
So I was wondering if I can just keep it at around the mid 40s during the lagering phase or does it have to be stored in the low 30's? I presume that the lower 30's make the beer clearer and cleaner tasting.
Thanks
I have seen that a lot of people ferment their lagers, do a diacetyl rest, and then drop the temp to 32-34 for several weeks. The only way I can get those temps is out in the garage during the winter.
So I was wondering if I can just keep it at around the mid 40s during the lagering phase or does it have to be stored in the low 30's? I presume that the lower 30's make the beer clearer and cleaner tasting.
Thanks