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3 gal Batch

Discussion in 'Beginners Beer Brewing Forum' started by ShowPonyBrewing, Feb 27, 2018.

 

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    ShowPonyBrewing

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    Posted Feb 27, 2018
    I was wondering if u can brew a 3 gal batch in a 5 gal fermenter, or if that’s too big and will affect the blow off? Thanks.
     
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    deadwolfbones

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    Posted Feb 27, 2018
    No problem. I do this all the time.
     
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    ShowPonyBrewing

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    Posted Feb 27, 2018
    Ok great. Just wanted to be sure before I ordered. Thank you.
     
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    RM-MN

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    Posted Feb 27, 2018
    I do 2 1/2 gallon batches in a 6 1/2 gallon fermenter all the time and with that much space a blowoff is never needed. If you have a choice between a 5 gallon and a 6 1/2 gallon, go for the bigger one. You can brew a 5 gallon batch in a 6 1/2 gallon fermenter but not a 5 gallon one.
     
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