Recent content by AnotherRob

Thanks for the help, folks. I'll alter my approach during my next batch and let you know how it worked out. Happy brewing, happier imbibing.

When transferring wort from a bucket into a carboy (which had some StarSan bubbles inside), the wort foamed considerably, backing out of the funnel and over the mouth of the carboy. When faced with letting the foam settle or pitching the yeast, I decided for the latter. Even though I pitched...

The video helps, andy6026. Thanks.

Here's what I hope is a good description of siphoning w/StarSan and water in the tubing: http://www.breworganic.com/tips/Virtual_class/siphon.htm AR

I've heard about that method but haven't tried it. Can you recommend an online source that covers the procedure in detail? I was also wondering about cleaning the mouth out with a 40% alcohol solution immediately before blowing through the carboy cap. Seems like the easiest solution, but only...

I spoiled the sanitary filter that came w/the racking system I bought at my LHBS; there was a dark spot in the contraption, and no air passed through. I discovered this issue while racking to the secondary, so all I could think to do was yank out the filter and blow into the opening to start...