Recent content by deeferdog

Hi @MorganNJ, If you drink them early, within two weeks, the beer will generally be acceptable but be much better after one month. After that any further improvement depends on the beer, (style, brand etc.) I mainly kit brew Coopers Lager and drink after four weeks. I generally like a growler to...

Hi @MorganNJ, If you drink them early, within two weeks, the beer will generally be acceptable but be much better after one month. After that any further improvement depends on the beer, (style, brand etc.) I mainly kit brew Coopers Lager and drink after four weeks. I generally like a growler to...

@haeffnkr Hi, Here is the link to the web site. Bunnings is an Aussie chain hardware store. The regulators fit the disposable bottles. http://www.bunnings.com.au/ross-mig-welding-conversion-kit-_p6320483. Regards, PW

@haeffnkr Hi, Here is the link to the web site. Bunnings is an Aussie chain hardware store. The regulators fit the disposable bottles. http://www.bunnings.com.au/ross-mig-welding-conversion-kit-_p6320483. Regards, PW

Hi @MorganNJ, I would only add one heaped teaspoon of sugar per litre bottle for carbonation. To burp, fill the bottle to about two inches from the top, then squeeze the bottle until the liquid just starts to come out of the top. Screw the cap on tight. Shake the bottle (it will feel quite...

Hi @MorganNJ, I would only add one heaped teaspoon of sugar per litre bottle for carbonation. To burp, fill the bottle to about two inches from the top, then squeeze the bottle until the liquid just starts to come out of the top. Screw the cap on tight. Shake the bottle (it will feel quite...

Hi, Thanks to all those who have voiced concerns about using copper tube in contact with carbonated beer. I have investigated this myself as far as I can using the internet and read various articles on the subject. I am not an expert nor a metallurgist so I will not offer an opinion either...

Hi, Thanks to all those who have voiced concerns about using copper tube in contact with carbonated beer. I have investigated this myself as far as I can using the internet and read various articles on the subject. I am not an expert nor a metallurgist so I will not offer an opinion either...

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@AlCophile I have submitted another article on using PET plastic bottles as mini kegs. If they post it then you can see what I did with the top to introduce pressure. Thanks for your interest. Deeferdog

@AlCophile I have submitted another article on using PET plastic bottles as mini kegs. If they post it then you can see what I did with the top to introduce pressure. Thanks for your interest. Deeferdog

1. I reuse the caps until a failure, none so far. Two days after bottling I feel each bottle. Each should be drum tight. 2. Add sugar to bottle. Fill. Screw on cap. Invert bottle and shake until sugar is dissolved (Easy to see). Gently release cap and allow built up gas to escape (Some foam as...

1. I reuse the caps until a failure, none so far. Two days after bottling I feel each bottle. Each should be drum tight. 2. Add sugar to bottle. Fill. Screw on cap. Invert bottle and shake until sugar is dissolved (Easy to see). Gently release cap and allow built up gas to escape (Some foam as...

@baron987 Hi, thanks for your feedback, I never thought to even look for what you suggested, I'll ask at the supermarket and see what happens, Regards, deeferdog

@baron987 Hi, thanks for your feedback, I never thought to even look for what you suggested, I'll ask at the supermarket and see what happens, Regards, deeferdog