Recent content by irishgond

I really like this, to bad you need special plastic cups....but I'm sure some non throw away cups could be retrofitted. Didn't have this come up on a search so I hope it's not a dupe... http://www.bottomsupbeer.com/

Its a lot easier in NJ than it is here in FL at least :-). Here's a couple links. I didn't look thru this whole thread so sorry if they have been posted. http://www.njbeer.org/ http://www.brewersassociation.org/pages/government-affairs/self-distribution-laws

Hey all, new brewer/just getting started. I know there are members here from FL, more specifically Central FL, and if any can tell me the brew clubs in the area and/or FL. I know there are some as but I don't know the names or where they meet. Also, if anyone close to me has equipment for sale...

OK so after a LOT of reading I have decided to start with an extract (w/ specialty grains) or a partial mash first. I also think I'm going to see if I can scrounge up some equipment for free from a local brew pub etc here in the central FL area, and maybe post on craigslist, facebook etc to see...

Great advice so far everyone. I can do a full boil when needed as I have a large turkey fryer etc. I have a few questions but will wait to ask....

Thank you to all that have replied thus far, I have previously checked out some of the sites, brew kits equipment mentioned so it is nice to hear what others have used when they first started etc. Definitely checking out the Palmer book this afternoon. Anymore thoughts etc feel free to keep em...

I love and appreciate beer (mmmm craft beer) and want to start brewing. I have read many articles and have a very good understanding of how and what it takes, but I would like some advice on if I should buy a kit of equipment and an ingredient kit or go another route and what companies are...