Recent content by Danzilla

Sure, I could use one..

Hello again. Just thought I'd update with the my woes of a first brewing attempt. First, after pre-boiling water in my previously unused aluminum pot (to oxidize it), when I finally boiled the wort, it reached a boil much faster than I expected and, well, I wasn't there at the moment and it...

Thanks for the tips. I'll look to getting an auto-siphon along with the parts I need for the carboy. I think the old tubing is fine, but I'll double check it.

Any thing else? Do I really need the siphon/racking cane thingy?

I'm with you on getting rid of most of the old kit. I just didn't want to do so before I was sure what I needed. The bottlecaps and the Erlenmeyer flask are still fine, even if I don't really need them (newer caps with other kit). So far the only items that come to mind that I might need are...

I am planning on trying to brew some beer for the first time. I have most of the equipment I need (I think) but wanted to make sure before I order ingredients. I know I should probably do some research into what's needed before really starting but, well...you know. :) I figure I can find and...