Recent content by cechmanek32

Ahh, that makes perfect sense...my misunderstanding! Thanks for the advice, I really appreciate it!

Thanks, Yooper, didn't know a lot of headspace could be an issue since this has only happened my last two attempts. Every fermentation bucket I've seen (at least ones I can afford) are 6.5 gallons, which seem like they would all have wide headspace. Are there buckets that are closer to 5-gallons...

Hi, all, So I've had a hiccup in my last few brews. I started about a year ago, had about 4 or 5 successful beers and now this is two in a row that are "contaminated." As you can see from the photo, I've had a Pellicle form. I'm scouring the net to try and find out if my beer is lost and...

Thanks for all the quick responses, I really appreciate it! Took a quick sip and (white I think I might have something wrong as it is more bitter than expected) but does not taste foul or sour. Going to go ahead and continue the process. Thanks again everyone!

Hi everyone, Newbie here (have made about 5 homebrews so far, this is my first attempt adding organics, trying to make a pumpkin ale) and have used this site for reference in the past, now I need some help, please! See the photo, wondering if I have an infection? This is in the primary...