Recent content by sarhubs

The reason GF uses the cylinder filter off to the side is to allow access to the bottom during the boil. Just my preference, but I would never run a false bottom in the GF. My friend with a Robobrew dislikes the false bottom for this very reason. The 2 main problems with the GF filter are...

There is the thought that raising the mash temp to 168 - 170 prior to pulling the basket is better for extraction because "technically" the viscosity of the undrained wort is thinner and will therefore flow through the grain bed more effectively. I have not found this to be true enough in...

I have been brewing with the Grainfather for over 2 years now. I rarely get efficiencies below 88%. Two things I have discovered that are relevant to this post are: 1) Stir your mash 1/2 way through - 30 minutes in. This will greatly improve your mash efficiency. You will also notice faster...

Just my opinion, but I believe when you are hopping plays just as important a role as water characteristics, and may be even more important. Try adding your last addition hops after your wort cools to 180 degrees and let them steep for at least 10 minutes before you continue chilling. If you...

I am convinced most of these new wave beer names and styles result from failed batches and the need to sell them anyway. The first "Session" IPA was likely a batch that did not hit OG targets and/or hop utilisation. It is like taking credit for something you did not want in the first place...