Hey, I'm new to brewing; just started my second batch today using a two-stage fermenting process and having fun with it. Thus far it's been kits (none ready to drink yet )
I'm curious about purchasing recipe kits which seem to range in the 23-29+ dollar range vs. (I'm learning here...) buying your own ingredients separately and following your own or others recipe. I kind of understand the commentary on "all grain brewing" but haven't read much into that yet with my joy of home brewing book. I know there isn't anything wrong per se with kits but what is the advantage of doing your own thing? Is it cheaper? Far superior taste? You just want to challenge yourself and get closer to the brewing process? Fresher products? I'm going to stick to kits for a while longer until I get my feet wet but am intriuged by the various comments.
Thanks
I'm curious about purchasing recipe kits which seem to range in the 23-29+ dollar range vs. (I'm learning here...) buying your own ingredients separately and following your own or others recipe. I kind of understand the commentary on "all grain brewing" but haven't read much into that yet with my joy of home brewing book. I know there isn't anything wrong per se with kits but what is the advantage of doing your own thing? Is it cheaper? Far superior taste? You just want to challenge yourself and get closer to the brewing process? Fresher products? I'm going to stick to kits for a while longer until I get my feet wet but am intriuged by the various comments.
Thanks