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Thanks Folks! Ever hear the quote "you're never too old to learn?" Well.... I am 71 and this beer brewing deal is an excellent example of that old axiom. Thanks all.....

Hi Folks.... I am fermenting a batch of Mr. Beer Amber Ale - published ABV = 5.9% with an IBU of 30 After 1 month in the fermenter (at 72 degrees) the ABV I am calculating is only about 3.6% AND it hasn't changed in a week: OG 1.044; FG 1.017 ........ (OG - FG) * 133 = 3.6% AND it...

Thanks for the quick replies. Regards RugerBrew

What would happen to a Pale Ale if it were left in the fermenter for SIX WEEKS? That's it - told ya it was a dumb question Regards RugerBrew

I get the biggest kick out of your "handle". My wife is from Escanaba, MI so the U.P. is always being discussed - especially the winter weather. By the way.... I'm sure you've heard of the singing group from the UP... The Yoopers? Funny for sure

I am fermenting a batch of Mr. Beer Amber Ale - published ABV of 5.9% I measured the OG before adding the yeast = 1.044 Now (17 days fermenting) = 1.023 1.044 - 1.023 = 0.021 * 100 = 2.1% Is this the correct way to determine ABV? If so... does 2.1% after 17 days sound right? As...

Thanks to all.... I'm going to pack a half dozen bottles. I'm thinking I will put a couple bottles in FoodSaver vacuum bags - just in case. Best RugerBrew

Hi folks... Wondering if any of you have packed home brew (plastic 750ml bottles) in checked airline baggage. I checked with Alaska Airlines and they allow up to 5 liters in checked baggage. Has anyone done it and if so, how did you pack the bottles? Yeah, I know... a stupid question...

Thanks again folks......... BOTTLED!....NOW WAITING WAITING WAITING Reminds me of "the countdown to Christmas morning" ... 21 days in storage; then 7 days or so in the fridge; then CHRISTMAS MORNING! Cheers RugerBrew

First brewing attempt (as I've said in my previous post) - I have been fermenting for 13 days and the specific gravity readings have remained constant at about 1.01. Does a steady SG indicate that the brew is fermented enough for bottling? I did google that question and couldn't find the...

Grreat! Thanks for that video - points out a number of ERRORS I made. Well... I guess that's what a first attempt is for. Appreciate the info Regards, RugerBrew

OK... new to brewing. Have a Mr. Beer IPA in the fermenter for 13 days now and have been checking the ABV with the hydrometer (that's what it's for - right? I checked ABV after 7 days, 10 days and today (13 days in the fermenter). The hydrometer remains steady at 1.01 * 100% = 1% ONE...

Thanks again all! RugerBrew "putting a whole new meaning to a SHOT AND A BEER"

Thanks for the input folks.

Obviously I am new to home brewing. First batch fermenting - Mr. Beer IPA. I have a couple of really basic questions regarding the water: 1. What TYPE of water should I be using (i.e. tap; spring; distilled; etc? 2. Does the type of water make a difference? 3. Mr. Beer instructions calls...