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What percentage flaked unmalted grains are you using? Most NEIPA recipes I've seen use less than 20% flaked oats or wheat with the rest being 2 row. At this rate, a single step infusion mash works fine.

I've already got a 15 gallon Brew Boss kettle but have been seriously considering buying a 20 gallon. Sign me up. I'm already on your mailing list.

AB-InBev has a horrendous track record of engaging in anticompetitive practices that squeeze out the little guy. They managed to keep microbrews out of many stores for years by enticing distributors not to carry their products. They are one of the behind the scenes powers that keeps onerous...

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You could try rotating it clockwise with a photo editing program before uploading.

I just recently purchased a 5 lb CO2 tank and dual regulator for use with a jockey box. I'd like to build a lightweight stand that will keep the gas cylinder upright with the heavy regulator on it. Has anyone made one out of wood? I've been running different designs around in my mind but started...

A New England style double IPA. I vacationed in Maine a few weeks ago and really enjoyed the juicy IPAs they brew up there. I managed to visit the Maine Brewing Co. and Foundation Brewing while I was there and they inspired me to make it my next brew.

I second the suggestion to test your water. If you are on city water you could try contacting your utility for the info.

I'll be trying my hand at a NE IPA this weekend. Thanks for all the tips!

I didn't realize it would hold that much. I thought I had read that a 15 gallon COFI would max out at around 20 lbs. I haven't yet used more than 15 lbs so I was unsure about the upper limit. I am planning to brewing an imperial stout soon so your information is helpful.

Having recently returned from a vacation in Maine, i'm inspired to try my hand at brewing a New England style IPA. For those of you who haven't tried one, don't let that cloudiness scare you away. It's not yeast, the cloudiness comes from all the late addition hops that they use. To clear the...

The oats are being added by Foundation in small enough quantities that you really can't taste them.