Recent content by rukkibruer

Thanks for the link. I have not read through the whole thing yet, but I'm picking up a lot of great info. To the seasoned brewer, it may be stating the obvious. For a novice like myself however, it is a great foundation. I appreciate the help!!

Ok, this helps. I am brewing a one gallon batch. As far as adding sugar, do I do this individually into each bottle or directly in the fermenter before bottling? Also, at what ratio? Leaving the beer in the fermenter will prove clarity? Does this have much impact on the flavor as well. Because...

I am in the midst of my first brew from a kit. I following the vague instructions that are offered. According to the instructions, I go from the initial 2 week fermentation directly to bottling and ready to drink. I am seeing a lot of conversation on here about secondary fermentation and adding...

Hey gang, I recently started my first ever brew. I got a DIY kit for Christmas and just followed the instructions that came with it. I absolutely had a blast and cannot wait for the fermentation to complete so can see if my product was successful. While I waiting I have been scouring the...