Recent content by Stench

It's a Fermbrew lager yeast. After reading some if the threads on swamp coolers, I may go that route. I read a thread or two on making a hybrid pumpkin ale by changing the yeast and adding pumpkin/spices, but not feeling that confident on my first batch!

I think I may have screwed up before my first batch! I bought a starter kit from a lbhs and picked up a Brewers Best Octoberfest kit as my first batch. After getting home and doing some research, I realized I'm not setup for lagering. I do have an empty fridge and could let it sit in primary in...

Fridge moved, lines vacuumed, placed in a washer tub! Thanks!!!

In the process of gathering my brewing supplies and I have been able to get a free kitchen size fridge from my inlaws's home renovation! The only place I have to put it that is not out in my basement garage is on carpet in my basement office. Floor underneath is concrete and we have a low pile...

Thanks 1234! Helpermonkey - not that I can find. Closest one to me is the Ferment Staton Inc in your neck of the woods. My oldest son is going to UT this year and I'm going to try to get there to see some of the items in person, rather than blindly ordering. I'd rather pay a few bucks extra and...

Been lurking for a while, but finally decided to join the fun! Still gathering info, but looking to get started with an extract batch soon and move up as I get comfortable. Any suggestions on the best starter kit brand? Believe it or not, I already have a glass carboy that has been a change jar...