Recent content by awillis

Last night was my fourth batch and things went so smoothly that I dont see why more people dont take up this wonderful hobby. I think this batch will be clear evidence that whatever system I developed works perfect. Perhaps this delicous batch should be named with this mind. Cheers! :D

To purge the O2 off first lock the valve on top the corny keg open. Blast about 30psi into keg. During this the O2 will escape through the valve. This process works because the CO2 is heavier than O2 thus allowing the keg to fill with CO2 from the beer surface up to the valve. This only takes a...

I believe a chest freezer will normally have more space to hold more kegs(thats a plus). Generally, they will be wider than tall. Fridges hold less kegs and are taller than wide. Both units can be controlled by an external temp controller. Other than different size configurations, a chest...

Did you use the WLP #380 Hefe Weizen liquid yeast? I just bottled my Hefe and it fermented at 8 degrees warmer than recommended and boy it shouts bananas. Next time I use this yeast again I will keep it at the lower end of the temp range.

Thats just amazing! I wonder if a new beer style will develop as a result. Sounds like it replicates a Belgian Triple. As years pass I wonder if homebrewers could replicate this brew.We as homebrewers could use 5 gal. ceramic plant pots to brew, HAHAHA! I want to taste.

The brewing process doesnt take up a lot of space as a beginner. When your getting started you should figure a system that will make cleaning, sanatizing and filling much easier. I do a lot in the tub, more room for me to move carboys and buckets. In addition, reserve a cool,dark spot for your...

The froth is the kruesen which will vary in amount depending on the temp and the activity of the yeast. There is no certain amount that you need in order to consider your brew a success or not. On my first batch it dissapeared after the third day and my second batch it dissapeared after day 5...

Lovely enough a local craft brewery has a special deal on 64 oz growlers this summer, $3.95 per half gallon growler. Anyways, I have accumaleted many of these growlers and wanted to use them for my homebrew. I did some searches and came up with ideas like the cap might not seal or even the glass...

Once again you come through kkroger, sweet. I see now there is no practical way to ruin a batch when carbonating. I'm relaxing!

I think all the one step was not dissolved. If you have time just give a quick rinse with your bottle washer(if you have one) and let dry. Also, take the time to look into other cleaners and sanitizers. You may find one that fits your brewing system better. Personally, I do worry about the...

I guess the water idea is useless. However, I was wondering if the same numbers regarding pressure for a 5 gal corny would apply to my 2.5 corny? TIA

To kick your American wheat brew up a notch I recommend some coriander and orange peels or zest.This will add a very refreshing zest to your brew. I dont know your preference for taste or what have you, I'm just throwing my two cents in.

I did a search on this forum and took notes about force carbonating and getting the right pressure for the best pour. So I decided that instead of learning the hard way with my brew if I could try it with straight water. This seems very silly and possibly far out. Im using a 2.5 gal corny with...

I'm using WLP #380, which is best at 64-70 degrees, at about 78-80 degrees for my hef. I know higher temps can provide some off flavors, but will an 8-10 degree difference really matter? I'm assuming the brew will be more aromatic and estery. What about the taste? I put a towel over it to...

I believe you can dry the bottles on a high heat dry setting on the dishwasher. The bottles should be completly dry and screaming hot after this. The caps you can boil in some water on the stove. I throw the caps im my sanitized strainer and shake to their dry or I wipe dry with paper towels. I...