Recent content by akuntz1

The yeast packets in the kit are definitely smaller than normal size. From a bit of googling it looks like it's about half a normal packet

I think you're right I need to branch out and try a different supplier. I was using Brooklyn Brew Shop because they make the process simple but it may be time to move on. I'm using tap water but I live at lake tahoe so it's pretty much pure alpine water

I understand the suggestion and when I shake I open the fermenter several times, but would a lack of O2 really be the problem if I'm getting 80-90% through fermentation in the first week and it's the last 10% that is sluggish? Not sure on the quantity of yeast as it comes in a packet with the...

Yes, all 1 gallon batches

My FGs have all been exactly where I expect them to land and there's nothing I can tell (visually or taste) that something more problematic is happening like an infection. Once I get to my expected FG (after 4-5 weeks) all activity inside the fermenter stops, no bubbles, beer clears up, etc. and...

I am pitching the the yeast dry into the 1 gallon carboy and then I shake the carboy vigorously for about 5 mins as form of oxygenation (or at least that's what i think it happening as the brew mix instructions tell me to do so). Sounds like I can improve my process a bit if i re-hydrate the...

Thanks for the tips - that chart is helpful and I will definitely be brewing my next batches with a known yeast.

I'm not 100% sure as the Brooklyn Brew Shop mixes do not specify the yeast strain that comes with their mix, but some googling indicates at least the IPA I brewed used US-05.

So I guess I'll just have to be patient for the foreseeable future...or switch up my yeast 🤔

Not entirely sure as it comes straight out of the Brooklyn Brew Shop mixes. It's dry yeast. I've tried to research what kind of yeast comes in their mixes but have not been successful in getting specifics.

Depends on the brew, but the last one was 1.056 OG. 7 days in 1.018, 14 days in 1.017, 21 days in 1.015, 26 days in 1.013, 31 days in 1.012, 35 days in 1.012, and this one is still bubbling The one before that was 1.070 OG, 10 days in 1.018, 24 days in 1.017, 32 days in 1.013. I take multiple...

I'm using the dry yeast from the Brooklyn Brew Shop mix which are all nowhere near expiration. (I tried to link to the Brooklyn Brew website but it wouldn't let me post). From what I've read before it shouldn't make a difference but I do live at elevation

I'm using the dry yeast from the Brooklyn Brew Shop mix which are all nowhere near expiration. (I tried to link to the Brooklyn Brew website but it wouldn't let me post). From what I've read before it shouldn't make a difference but I do live at elevation

4 days just seems so fast compared to what I'm experiencing. any idea why it would be taking so long to complete fermentation?

Hi All - I've just gotten into home brewing in the last few months and every time it takes about 4-5 weeks for the primary fermentation to complete. I've brewed 4 batches and each time is a Brooklyn Brew mix. The first three that I've tasted so far have been great, so I know I'm doing it...