Recent content by DodgerBrew

Thanks BarleyWater. That's what I thought. I was thinking that I would decant off as much as possible too.

I just bought a stir plate and will be making starters from now on. I found a "brick" of old DME that is around a year old and a cup in size that can be used in a starter. I also have a fresh lb. of light DME. Since it's only $4.50 worth of investment I'm going to throw the brick out and go...

Go with the 10 gal. You can't go up if needed with 5 gal but 10 gal should be great for your setup. I like Rico567's idea of injecting insultation foam into the lid. I'm going to look into that. Thanks! I went with 5 gal originally. I then bought a 10 gal for MLT and now use the old 5 gal...

I had the 395 when I was up in the Sierras this summer. I enjoyed the 395 with its sage and juniper notes. To me it would make a wonderful Christmas beer. I would keep it for the season. The Mammoth Epic IPA, however, was great. I bought a sixer a day. I couldn't get enough. I've never...

Thanks. A software package is on my "to buy" list. I'll give this a try. Appreciate it!

I had the 5 gallon Rubbermaid with 4" copper tubing running through a stopper with the braided stainless attached to input side and 3/8" hose + clamp on the output side. Always worried about keeping the stopper secure. But now, this is great. Thanks Skifast! Going to get 10 gallon from Home...

Thanks Seth. Beer is more important anyway. It is made to make people happy.

I've been reading posts for some time now. I am very impressed by the knowledge that you brewers provide. I've been home brewing on and off for 10 years. I've moved up to all-grain mashing for 5 gal. Only 1 to 2 batches a year but want to increase my output. Trying to improve my process so...