Here are some of my notes so far, with the problems that have occured...
4 lbs. extra pale ale (syrup extract)
3lbs. amber (dried extract)
1 oz. galena bittering pellet hops (boiiled 60 mins)
1 oz. cascade finishing hops (.5 oz- 30 mins; .5 oz- 12 mins)
2 pkgs. Coopers ale dry yeast
5...
thanks for the advice revvy. i was finally able to get a blowoff hose attached and it seems to be working alot better now. i did have a little explosion of hop resin into my face and all over the ceiling. :eek: should i keep this hose on for the entire fermentation? or replace it and put the...
I pitched my yeast in my first brew last night, and I saw first signs of bubbling in the airlock this morning. I just got back from class and noticed that the liquid in the airlock is now a brownish color and overflowing with foam. The lid to my fermenter is bowing outward. What do you guys...