Recent content by gcobb74

Anyone brew a high IBU batch? I just did one that is 262. What hops would you suggest to really kick it up? Thanks Graham

I think I will just try to boil the water and roll with it. I'll prob do a simple 5 gallon batch so if it tastes bad no worries. Thanks!

Not sure if anyone has tried to do this one before, We have a river about 1 hour from my place that is awesome to kayak and canoe down with several big rapids. I had the thought as we were kayaking this weekend to gather 7 gallons of water for a 5 gallon batch. I would want to purify the...

This may be off topic a little, I had a bad time getting the right readings due to temperature and then the crazy x131 method. I found an app that has worked great in finding out final abv % it is just called ABV Calc, I'm sure there is tons more out there you can use as well but this one...

Looking to add something to it in the secondary (fruit etc) Any suggestions? I have done blueberry and raspberry before looking for something new.... appreciate the help!!! Simple batch 1 week prim. 1 week sec. 2 weeks bottle unless I should let it sit longer in 2nd. Thanks!

Looking to setup a 5 gallon keg in my office finally! The question is what do I need to buy? I need to know the right hoses, taps, suggestions on fridge etc. If anyone can give me a few good links I would greatly appreciate it!! My goal is to order it all this evening/tmrw. Thanks!

I always LME, my wheats and IPAs are always dark, how can I lighten up my beers? I brew 5 gallon batches and only boil 2.5 then add 2.5 cold water.... any suggestions? Is there another grain or ingredient I can add to lighten this up? Appreciate the help!!

what other ways do I have to boost abv? I have an extra batch of beer (wheat simple recipe) I want to experiment with. Last time I made it abv was around 4.3 can I get that to 5 without killing the taste of the beer? I plan to add raspberries in the secondary. Thanks for your help guys!

Making a wheat tonight I typically do one week primary then the next in a secondary and add 2.5 lbs of frozen fruit as test batches. I want to boost the abv%. When do I add sugar to the wort and what type of sugar? Table? How much and has anyone gotten this down so it doesnt make it too sweet...

Ill keep you guys posted. What is the best first beer to keg. Wheat?

I stick to 5 gallons and have no plans to go larger (house size) what do I really need to be happy and have a "house batch" always in the keg? Do I need a small fridge? (The fiancé will not let me cut into her new LG) Looking for what I should invest and where to buy (NB or local store?).....any...