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'Saint Arnold's re-uses yeast from the bottom of the large conical fermenters' On that subject, what precautions would you need to take and what benefits are there for re-using your old yeast?

I have to agree actually. The one I used turned out pretty flavourless... Kinda like a watery, sweet version of beer, but not quite. Not to apetising.

Cool, I'll have to try that. Thanx guys.

I live in Australia and the climate is very inconsistant, so keeping the brew at a constant temp is hard, particularly during winter (it gets too cold at night). I live in a rural area so supplies are hard to get. I'm just wondering if a water-bed heater would help keep it at a good temp...

how long should it be boiled for?

How much lemon juice should be added for ideal results?

Is there a way to tell when it can be bottled without a hydrometer? I mean is waiting for it to stop bubbling enough or should I test the gravity?

I've only ever brewed one batch of draught from a tin and I was wondering if anyone could help me get a decent alcohol content without my bottles exploding. Currently using Brigalow Draught with cane sugar, 1tsp in each bottle to prime. Any suggestions would be much appreciated. Thanx.