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Update. I used the swamp cooler method that was suggested as a means of lowering my temp. I have had a lot if success with it and have maintained a temp range if 65 to 67 for 3 days now. To my untrained eye, it seems that nothing has begun to change. I did remove the krausen collar on the...

Ah. I see. I will try to get my temp down then. Thanks for the help guys. It's invaluable. This has proven to be a great learning experience. I'll post back with updates.

Even though the directions call for a temp between 21 & 27? It's a lager but it's pitched with ale yeast. I'm not questioning your advice so much as I'm just trying to understand.

I pitched the yeast at about 30C. I know that's high, but I also knew I couldn't wait forever. (I don't have a wort chiller). Temp hasn't dropped below 24C where it is currently holding. It's been over 24 hours with the following changes: color has lightened significantly (reference pic in...

So, I can step down from "freak out" mode? Fantastic! Thanks for the quick response. Cheers!

This is my first attempt at home brewing. It's a Cooper's DIY lager kit. I pitched the yeast about 4 hours ago. I know that isn't necessarily enough time for activity to begin, but I'm not sure that this stuff should be at the bottom of my fermenter. I don't even know what it is. All I put in it...

Yeah, I've been doing a lot of research-books, forums, videos, etc.-and the fermentation process is what I'm most concerned about. Specifically the temp control aspect. It seems to me that it has to be exactly precise at all times. It kinda stresses me out. I realize it's a crucial aspect, but...

I'm a new brewer. I'll be starting my first brew in a couple of days - DIY kit from Cooper's. Thought do one or two this way before I try to dive in to all-grain. Any advice to a newbie is appreciated. Cheers!