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I left the beer in primary for 22 days based on fermenting observations, and left it in secondary for 14 days w/ the 4 oz of whole leaf hops. Boil size was 2 gallons and added concentrated wort to 3 gallons h2o in carboy. OG and FG readings are correct. I agree with your thoughts on partial...

Following up - A bit darker than I was going for, but turned out well otherwise. It is very hoppy, sweet and citric, balanced, and not overly bitter. Dry hopped with 4 oz of whole leaf hops, so I lost a good amount of beer to hop absorption, but not too upset about it :) O.G. - 1.075 F.G...

I have been putting this recipe together this week. My intention is to create a nice APA for springtime! Let me know what y'all think - planning on brewing it later this evening. MaxPatch's APA Recipe Type: Partial Mash Yeast: White Labs California Ale Yeast Starter: none Additional...

Came across this yesterday. Great info on DIPA! Brew a Double IPA! By Vinnie Cilurzo My first Double IPA was called Inaugural Ale; it was the first beer I ever brewed at Blind Pig Brewery in Temecula, Calif. on June 23, 1994. We purchased some used equipment from the Electric Dave Brewery...

Brewed it today, but recipe got changed around a bit before hand for ease of hopping increments, as well as per recs from a friend. Here is what went into the pot - 6 lbs Breiss DME Golden Light 3.3 lbs LME 6 oz Caramel/Crystal 40L 6 oz CaraPils 6 oz Vienna Malt 12 oz Dextrose 2 oz Warrior @...

I know it may be a dumb question, but there are obviously a bunch of whole leaf hops being added to the boil. Should I strain them before going into primary, or leave them in primary and remove when I rack to secondary? I've read that both are acceptable. Which one provides the best finished...

Updated - 6.6 lbs Breiss DME Golden Light 3 lbs light LME 6 oz caramel/crystal 40L 6 oz CaraPils 4 oz vienna malt 12 oz dextrose Hops - 2 oz warrior (bittering @ 60 min) 1 oz simcoe @ 30 min 1 oz amarillo @ 30 min .5 oz simcoe @ 15 min .5 oz amarillo @ 15 min .5 oz citra @ 15 min .5 oz...

Thx to all for input. So far, I have assembled this -- 6.6 lbs Breiss DME Golden Light 3 lbs light LME 8 oz caramel/crystal 40L 8 oz 2-row 4 oz CaraPils 8 oz dextrose 1 lb honey Hops - 2 oz warrior (bittering @ 60 min) 1 oz simcoe @ 30 min 1 oz amarillo @ 30 min .5 oz simcoe @ 15 min .5...

Greetings, I am putting together a DIPA recipe that I am going to brew within the next week. This will be my 4th ever batch, so I am currently limited to steeping grains/extract brewing. I am going for something very golden in color (not too reddish) and very citrusy, with a balanced...

Thanks all. These are the first batches that I have every brewed, so I am trying to learn as best I can. I want them to turn out well!

Good deal - thanks for the advice. Based on the fermentation pics, how much longer should I wait before bottling? There seem to be dissenting opinions on how long to leave beer in the fermenter. I've read anything from 5-7 days to 3 weeks.

The kraeusen in both of my fermenters is a bit darker in color and has some dark patches, which concerns me. I have 2 batches going now, an ipa and a scotch ale. The ipa is on its 8th fermentation day and has slowed down, but is still steadily bubbling. The scotch ale is on its 6th...

I am a long-time beer advocate and have recently given homebrewing a shot. I currently have an IPA and Scotch ale fermenting. Hope they turn out well! Thanks to all for your input and for sharing advice! Cheers! :mug: Collin

Thanks all - great info! I have a turkey fryer and eye burner that we use quite often to create some delicious southern offerings. Also, I am planning on brewing in my crawlspace where the temp is relatively stable year round ~60-70 degrees. There is 6 ft of clearance inside, and it is my...

Greetings - I am currently in the process of acquiring all necessary equipment to start homebrewing! I found someone in my community who is selling a lot of his old equipment, so I see it as a good way to get started inexpensively. Here is the equipment I bought: 2 6 gallon Better...