klay23
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is there still a need to wait the 2 weeks, etc?????// whats actually happening at this time?
is there still a need to wait the 2 weeks, etc?????// whats actually happening at this time?
The carbonation actually takes a while. The CO2 is produced quickly.
It takes a while for the CO2 to get back in solution and actually carbonate the beer. If you don't wait, either the beer will be flat or your beer will gush out of the bottle upon opening.
So the 2 weeks is needed to let the CO2 settle. Give it another week after that for conditioning so it tastes better. So, for most brews, 3 weeks after bottling you should be good to go and enjoy.
rycov said:i agree with everyone else, just wanted to say hey to the OP. noticed your in Myrtle Beach, glad to see another brewer in the area!
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