Recent content by Johncyz

Okay, cool. I was wondering what the general consensus was on that. I've heard some say to just pour it as normal, and some say to hold off on it.

Just wanted to update everyone. Thanks for all your help! I fermented in my carboy in my chamber for 1 week, than bottle fermented for 2 weeks. Everything seems to be alright, although I wish the color was a bit more golden. Plan to have some folks over today to test the beer. Thanks!

Thanks for all the help guys. Excited to start my brews. Anyone got tips on an STC-1000 deep freezer fermenter that seems to be kicking on alot? I've got the temp diode taped to the side of the carboy (with a sponge on top of it to prevent ambient temperature. I am using a hair dryer, and the...

So, I've finished building the Temperature controller, and have a question: What would be a good heat source for a 5.0 cubic foot deep freezer? I've heard people say that their fermentation fridge only activates around 2 times an hour. Mine is coming on about 4 times an hour (since around 9:30...

I've got a couple 64oz growlers, and a 32oz growler. Think it'd be okay to use those in stead of additional bottles? The kit does have a hydrometer. Any tips to understanding it? As for cooling, I was thinking of ice bathing it in the sink. Any cheap alternatives that would yield a better...

Hello, I am completely new to this process, but a big fan of craft beer, and wanted to work on brewing my own beers. Thus far I've bought the following: Haier 5.0 Cubic Foot Freezer for Fermentation 24qt. Aluminum Stock Pot 24-inch Aluminum mixing spoon 24 New Brown bottles ST-1000...

Know this is an older thread, but just wanted to thank you guys for some info for a soon-to-be first time brewer in Georgia as well!