Has anyone used the harvested Bell's yeast for anything else?
I've used it in an American raspberry wheat and it was delicious.
Has anyone used RO water and created a profile for this brew? If so, I was just wondering what you added and how it tasted. Thanks!
+1 I just got an RO filter and have been following the Primer on here but would like to know what else might be done.
Getting ready to brew this as my first full boil, and second all grain batch (after getting a mash tun for x-mas).
I don't have a stir plate, nor the ability to culture from the bottles right now, so I'm stuck with dry yeast. Is the 04 from the OP still the dry recommendation for the recipe?
I have used 1056 with this beer before and liked it better (over s04).
US-05 is dry version of Wyeast 1056 strain and no need for starter.Hmm, still too intimidated to make a starter. I think for this batch I may get a 1056 and assuming it's fresh, just smack it, let it swell, and pitch.
US-05 is dry version of Wyeast 1056 strain and no need for starter.
bfinleyui said:Hmm, still too intimidated to make a starter. I think for this batch I may get a 1056 and assuming it's fresh, just smack it, let it swell, and pitch. For a 5 gallon batch, I'm not too terribly worried about it being stressed.
Then I'll work on harvesting some real THA yeast, learn about starters that way.
The other part of it is that I want to brew this on New Years Day, and I'm not sure I'll be able get the right cell count by Tuesday.
Hmm, still too intimidated to make a starter. I think for this batch I may get a 1056 and assuming it's fresh, just smack it, let it swell, and pitch. For a 5 gallon batch, I'm not too terribly worried about it being stressed.
Then I'll work on harvesting some real THA yeast, learn about starters that way.
The other part of it is that I want to brew this on New Years Day, and I'm not sure I'll be able get the right cell count by Tuesday.
elproducto said:Starter is just a mini batch of beer. Nothing to be intimidated about, and something you should start doing. I've been brewing for 3 years and don't own a stirplate.
Hmm, still too intimidated to make a starter.
Electric range maybe, but if you're not putting your flask on a gas burner you just wasted money on it.*Never put a flask on the stove burner. I know some do it but asking for trouble with today's cheap flasks.
Hey guys! I am super excited to be getting into this hobby and want to go right ahead and say thanks for future reference to everyone out there posting on these forums.
I am completely new to this hobby but excited because I feel that craft brew is a way of life, sort of speak. Haha. Which leads me to my questions pertaining to this post...
I have been reading up on recipe's for BTH which is one of my favorites. One question came to mind right away; are there any special equipment requirements for doing an all grain recipe like what this seems to be? And are there any tips or tricks you guys can share for a first time brewer like myself ith this ipa? Is this a good brew to start with? Any input I'd much obliged. Thanks in advance
So.. I have a real newb question and would appreciate some feedback. I used this recipe for my first all grain brew (I've done a few extracts / partial mashes). Normally I've always bottle conditioned / carbonated my home brew, but I also just upgraded to a small kegging system. I noticed in the recipe that its recommended for the primary fermentation to go for 4 weeks at 65 degrees. Is all of this time in the primary fermenter? Or should i move my beer into the keg and let it go another 2-3 weeks there? Thanks for the help!
bfinleyui said:Hmm, still too intimidated to make a starter. I think for this batch I may get a 1056 and assuming it's fresh, just smack it, let it swell, and pitch. For a 5 gallon batch, I'm not too terribly worried about it being stressed.
Then I'll work on harvesting some real THA yeast, learn about starters that way.
The other part of it is that I want to brew this on New Years Day, and I'm not sure I'll be able get the right cell count by Tuesday.
I started making starters and immediately wondered why I hadn't always done it. Just like going all grain, it's ends up being 1000 times easier than what you think it will be. Give it a shot, it's a good skill to add and there is a great sticky about it. Only takes a few minutes.
See,y you had me until you called all grain 'easy'.... I have yet to break 55% efficiency, and it's pretty darn frustrating.
BIAB is AG and it is pretty easy. I've yet to hit below 70% efficiency either...
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