I have a Jack Russell Brewery growler that is a few years old. Only used once and the gasket looks and feels ok. Am I ok to bottle it?
I'm not sure if I understand your question. I've always heard that you aren't supposed to bottle a naturally conditioned beer in a growler because they can't withstand the pressure that a normal beer bottle can. In fact, I've had a growler burst once, so I wouldn't recommend it. If you are bottling from a keg or using a flexible cap, (such as a balloon, or whatever), that might be different.
If you're curious that it might leak, put a balloon over the top. if a balloon doesn't fit, try a condom. They make unlubricated ones...
Boy, I'm glad I asked. No priming in the Growler!
are flip tops good for bottle conditioning
Does this apply to all larger bottles, or just the growler-style ones with handles? I've been keeping some large (almost wine bottle sized) metal-cap-style bottles from some trippels I had lying around.
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