Recent content by backfromhiatus

Fairly newbie here too, but given your gravity readings, it sounds like you've got plenty of activity. The CO2 must be escaping somewhere besides the airlock.

Watched it tonight. It's definitely more on the fun than informative side, but enjoyable. Is there a seriously informative beer TV show out there?

The Mission/TJ's stuff says Steinhaus Brewery on them with a Paso Robles address. I would believe it was Firestone Walker; my wife and I did a blind taste test of about 9 different hefes a few months ago for fun. We were surprised to find that the Mission was right up there on top with one of...

If you live near a Trader Joe's their "house" brand, actually called Mission, is $1.99 for a 22. Last time I was there they had a brown ale and a hefe. Not the best ever but drinkable. Contract brewed by someone in Paso Robles.

Thank you both, the advice is appreciated. Now to search for something good to fill the 5 gallon with.

From reading plenty of threads I think I know the answers here, but wanted to get insight from the hive mind. So, I guess this goes under "what do I do next" instead of "is my beer ruined?" I brewed a saison on September 3rd; it was my first brew in about 15 years. Extract, partial boil. It's...

Thanks for all of the responses. Went to Deschutes and a couple places downtown since my time/travel ability was limited. I'll definitely try to hit Horse Brass on an upcoming trip, as I have family living SE. Lots of others to explore too, thanks. Unfortunately, now it's back to L.A. and not...

In Portland for 48 hours and was wondering if people know of anyplace serving a good bitter or English Mild or just what micro- or nano- beers to seek out in general.