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Thanks for this reference, I have been looking for some science to answer this question.

As per @lumpher are you sure it's carbonic bite and not just normal maturation? Almost all IPAs better @3-4 weeks, allows any acetaldehyde to process, vegetals to subside, and some oxidation character is probably good.

Bottom line, CO2 is always your friend after fermentation.

I have a 15G Spike Solo and a 20G InfuSSion mash tun. Configure as a K-RIMS only when I want a high-gravity (1075+) 7.5G batch. Have found that I just can't fit a big 25 pound grain bill (even as a thick mash) in the Solo with the efficiencies that I need to hit OG for 9-10 gallon preboil...

Steve - if you're looking for a little more explanation behind the calculations, BYO published a nice article in 2021 with some details (it is unfortunately behind their paywall): https://byo.com/article/counting-calories-carbs/

I love my wooden paddle. But Homebrew Finds posted this 2 ft wisk for $10 today: Amazon.com

Nothing but good experience with this company. I'm sure there is a good reason.

Consider adding finings while cold and settling. Gelatin/Biofine/Silafine along with more time to let things settle. It will definitely clarify with more time (although clear beer probably overrated).

Wow!

👆🏻is what I do as well, albeit prior to force carbonating. Works quite well. Curious how fining will work with carbonated beer.

Some sizeable bubbles in the line too. Is there a leak at the keg out connection? Or perhaps the limited flow restriction or larger line size is allowing CO2 to come out of solution while in transit. Agree with @IslandLizard, would make the switch to 3/16" line and also check the gasket at...

Why not Sorachi Ace?

I do not unscrew either of the posts or PRV in my process. I connect to liquid out when pushing out Starsan, then disconnect when nothing else comes out. I stay connected to gas post under CO2 pressure for all of the steps, incuding when the keg is inverted and when I'm pulling the PRV (upside...

Nope. Blowing out Starsan through the PRV under continued CO2 pressure applied through gas.

To clean I use PBW, water rinse, and then Starsan rinse. I agree leftover gunk in the keg could produce off flavors. Not sure about the lactic/citric acid rinse - have never heard of that. Starsan is acid so I'm not sure it would be necessary.