I did my third batch about 6 weeks ago. A Rye Pale Ale. I took great care in sanitizing, used a starter\stir plate for the first time, hit my numbers almost on the head and bottled without a single loss. I bottle conditioned for 2 weeks and tried one beer last week and my heart sunk because it just didn't taste good. So I didn't panic and gave it another week, dipped into a few last night and was beyond pleased. I can say in all honesty I made a good beer. To avoid confirmation bias, I asked my wife to try it and she said it was very very good as well. My question-what really happens inside of a bottle? The first try wasn't as carbonated as the second 'testing' so I know that extra week made a difference there but can I expect to experience a different, more finished tasting beer after one additional week in the bottle? (conditioned them at about 68F).
Thanks in advance for the advice.
Thanks in advance for the advice.