JMcManaway
Active Member
So, I live in Eastern NC and a week out from Fall the heat decides to spike and we've got temps around upper 90's. Thus, on my first brew (which, by the way was a lot of fun and I can't wait to do the next), I've got high temps (71-77). I'm doing an Irish Stout from Midwest (extract). I've got my primary fermenter in a tub with some cold, wet towels and a few frozen things.
I'm considering buying one of those 60qt igloo coolers to put it in, but my question is - is it worth it at this point? I put it into the fermenter yesterday. I've also heard that any fruity/off-flavors that I might get from too high temps can be lessened/eliminated by a long conditioning period? I've also read of Yeast strains that can work for Ales/Porters/Stouts at higher temperatures.
I'm considering buying one of those 60qt igloo coolers to put it in, but my question is - is it worth it at this point? I put it into the fermenter yesterday. I've also heard that any fruity/off-flavors that I might get from too high temps can be lessened/eliminated by a long conditioning period? I've also read of Yeast strains that can work for Ales/Porters/Stouts at higher temperatures.