skleice
Silly Acts Brewing
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Hey Everybody,
These are noob questions but, they're GF specific, so I'm posting here.
First off, thank you for all of the amazing info in this forum. I have read through quite a few pages of threads and though much of it is over my head, it has been very helpful.
Back in June I was diagnosed with celiacs. The dietary changes weren't that big of a deal...aside from the beer. I had no brewing experience at all, but decided I needed to take matters into my own hands after being underwhelmed with the available options at the store. I have five 1 gallon extract & partial mash brews under my belt, but I'm looking to scale up and move to all grain brewing. I plan to brew 2.5-3 gallon batches because I like variety and will only be brewing for myself.
On to the questions:
1) BIAB? - I was planning on going BIAB due to ease and equipment, but after reading about the long mash times and efficiency, I'm wondering if this is suitable for GF.
2) Kettle Size - From what I understand, GF brewing requires more grain than traditional barely. I was thinking of getting a 7.5-8 gallon kettle to brew 2.5-3 gallon batches. Good or no?
3) Cereal Killer mill? = I've seen contradicting posts on whether this mills fine enough for GF (I think because the design has changed over time). Is this mill a good choice or am I better off with a Monster?
4) Software - I read that Brewers Friend is the most GF friendly. Yes?
My immediate plans are to get a grain mill and try some of the kits sold by glutenfreehomebrewing. I'm planning on scaling them down to 1 gallon to get a handle on the process and using enzymes, etc. Sound like a good plan?
Any insight is greatly appreciated. I'm really looking to improve from being a cook following a recipe to a knowledgeable brewer. Help!?!?
These are noob questions but, they're GF specific, so I'm posting here.
First off, thank you for all of the amazing info in this forum. I have read through quite a few pages of threads and though much of it is over my head, it has been very helpful.
Back in June I was diagnosed with celiacs. The dietary changes weren't that big of a deal...aside from the beer. I had no brewing experience at all, but decided I needed to take matters into my own hands after being underwhelmed with the available options at the store. I have five 1 gallon extract & partial mash brews under my belt, but I'm looking to scale up and move to all grain brewing. I plan to brew 2.5-3 gallon batches because I like variety and will only be brewing for myself.
On to the questions:
1) BIAB? - I was planning on going BIAB due to ease and equipment, but after reading about the long mash times and efficiency, I'm wondering if this is suitable for GF.
2) Kettle Size - From what I understand, GF brewing requires more grain than traditional barely. I was thinking of getting a 7.5-8 gallon kettle to brew 2.5-3 gallon batches. Good or no?
3) Cereal Killer mill? = I've seen contradicting posts on whether this mills fine enough for GF (I think because the design has changed over time). Is this mill a good choice or am I better off with a Monster?
4) Software - I read that Brewers Friend is the most GF friendly. Yes?
My immediate plans are to get a grain mill and try some of the kits sold by glutenfreehomebrewing. I'm planning on scaling them down to 1 gallon to get a handle on the process and using enzymes, etc. Sound like a good plan?
Any insight is greatly appreciated. I'm really looking to improve from being a cook following a recipe to a knowledgeable brewer. Help!?!?