DM3MD157
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So my first batch (NB Dead Ringer IPA) is currently in the bottling bucket for primary fermentation at 66 degrees. I have a 6 gallon carboy that I plan on using as the secondary. I called NB up to ask some questions. The first time I called, the rep told me that a 6 gallon carboy is fine for 5 gallons when used as a secondary. He also said that I only have to leave the wort in the primary for 7 days. When I called NB again to ask a question, the new rep told me that I should NOT use the 6 gallon carboy as a secondary because it would ruin the beer, and that I should leave the wort in the primary for 3 weeks because I'm brewing at 66 degrees! The instructions say to primary for 1-2 weeks, and secondary for 2-4 weeks.
I am getting a lot of conflicting information. When I searched for the 5 gallon brew in a 6 gallon carboy on this forum, I also get some conflicting information. I can get a 5 gallon carboy if needed, but I don't want to get it if I don't need it! Also, some say that better bottles are better than glass? What about the chance of scratches and bacteria growing in them?
I am getting a lot of conflicting information. When I searched for the 5 gallon brew in a 6 gallon carboy on this forum, I also get some conflicting information. I can get a 5 gallon carboy if needed, but I don't want to get it if I don't need it! Also, some say that better bottles are better than glass? What about the chance of scratches and bacteria growing in them?