So after the result of my last brew. A Vienna Ale, that tasted good with the exception of a initially strong banana and bubble gum esters. It is starting to fade and is getting quite good now. However, I dont want to deal with this again. I currently have a strong scotch ale going and temps have been anywhere from 65-75 (yes I know too warm) However I am hoping that the strong peated and smokey flavor will balance any offs out.
So I have 2 options. The temp in my apt will go anywhere from 65 to about 80 durring the summer if not a bit warmer. The temp in my basement tends to stay between 55-65. yes that big of a jump in a basement is retarded but thats what it is.
So with option #1 of the apt. I am bound to get off flavors and more banana and bubblegum flavors,
And with option #2 of the basement. I am lucky if fermentation works at all.
Should I be looking at a brew belt or something like that that I can regulate temp with or can I start fermentation in the apt for a day or two(and hope it doesnt cause an excess of ester production) then put it in the basement and hope it finishes or will this prematuerly cause the yeast to floc and drop. I want to be able to brew this summer but dont spend a boat load on a spare fridge and regulator.
So I have 2 options. The temp in my apt will go anywhere from 65 to about 80 durring the summer if not a bit warmer. The temp in my basement tends to stay between 55-65. yes that big of a jump in a basement is retarded but thats what it is.
So with option #1 of the apt. I am bound to get off flavors and more banana and bubblegum flavors,
And with option #2 of the basement. I am lucky if fermentation works at all.
Should I be looking at a brew belt or something like that that I can regulate temp with or can I start fermentation in the apt for a day or two(and hope it doesnt cause an excess of ester production) then put it in the basement and hope it finishes or will this prematuerly cause the yeast to floc and drop. I want to be able to brew this summer but dont spend a boat load on a spare fridge and regulator.