Recent content by jklotz

5 gallon batches. So it would need room for at least a 5 gallon carboy with a blow off/air lock. So you are saying keep looking, huh?

Hi - I found this on craigs list: Chefmate Mini Refridgerator I was thinking I might make him an offer - does anybody see why it wouldn't work as a lagering fridge in the winter and an ale fermentation fridge for the summer? Would there be a better type to look for? Space is limited...

I brewed a batch yesterday then dumped the spent grains into a garbage bag. I turned my attention to the boil for a few minutes, then looked around to find my 82 lb greyhound head deep in it! I have no idea how much he scarfed down, but apparently he liked it a lot. I know hops are bad for...

thanks. I chill it. Should I leave it on the gas, considering I wont be here to monitor it? Or is it better to put it on 11psi then remove the gas?

I just kegged my California Common. I started to force card, putting 30psi on it, then the phone rang. Looks like I have some commitments that are going to take me away for 2 weeks. At the moment, it's at room temp with 30 psi - should I bleed the valve, set it to 12.5 and leave it at room temp...

That is too funny! Like my buddy says, when I drive, I usually have the GPS on the dash and my personal nagavator in the passenger seat.:D

Heard this on marketplace/npr driving home from work tonight. Not the most informative piece I've ever listened to, but worth a quick listen. Marketplace: Raise a toast to the craft beer

yup, drinking mine now. Man I love that grapefruit, hoppy taste! Mine came out great! I think my techniques have improved since I brewed it. I might have to pick up another one for more "scientific research".....

shipping to Atlanta is $48.26. Wonder if it is internet order only?

Unfortunately, I've got a crummy electric stove that takes forever to get 3 gallons to a good boil. Any other ideas?

I live in a downtown condo. Outside brewing is simply not possible. What are my options for going to a full boil indoors? Is it even possible? Thanks!

went to an event where they had it for free. Could have stayed there all night drinking for free. I was curious, tried it, left and went to a pup to get a real beer. What a disappointment.

My local hardware store has plastic tubing that looks identical to the stuff I get from my LHBS. HBS is 45 mins drive (each way) - hardware store is 5. Any reason I shouldn't use tubing for an auto siphon from the hardware store (properly cleaned and sanitized, of course)? I'm sure it is not...

thanks Revy, sounds like a plan.

I'm brewing an Amer. Brown Ale. OG was 1.062, 9 days in primary, and it now reads 1.019. The yeast was SAFEALE S-04, which, from what I understand, is supposed to have an attenuation of 70-73%. As best as I can tell, it is now at 69%. There is no krausen, no airlock activity and doesn't have...