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I pulled the plastic plug out of the side for the racks. Then I used my fingers to "drill" the rest of the foam out, ensuring if I hit a line it wouldn't be damaged. I have almost the same freezer and a few posts back, but I got the fridge/freezer version. It's 17CF and I can easily fit 8 kegs...

I've used Notty 5 times now and never been disappointed. Works as advertised and reached expected FG every time.

Ahhh the ole dry yeast discussion... Lol. I have exclusively used dry yeast for the simple fact that I live in Texas with no LHBS near by. (2 hr drive at best to closest one) I know you can order live yeast with the ice pack but I personally don't trust it since it gets to 110 during the summer...

Yea! Getem Yooper! Lol. Hey guys, how do you like the Jaded CFC? Y'all said how good their customer service is, but how is the product?

I use this yeast a lot and yes it is notorious for being slow to start.

^^^ I agree with what she said...

This, this would be me too. "How the HELL did I do that?"

How did it turn out?

I'm going to have Oktoberfest Dunkle Best bitter with rye Kolch Standard bitter Pilsner That way I have a nice variety.

It's tends to happen about once a month here. I have friends who enjoy the beers I make. And when I need room to brew again, we have a "get together". Dudes in the garage clearing out a couple of cases while the ladies sit inside and talk about "lady stuff" idk. Lol.

For crisp and clean you could try using Nottingham, I've had great success with "imitating" lagers with that. Had a certified Cicerone at my house this past weekend (didn't know he was all that till about 3 hours into the brew day) and he said my Pilsner was very good. He said it is hard to hide...

Straight edge razor in a plastic holder (found at any automotive shop) makes quick work of any label. After a short soak, it takes the glue and everything right off.

i let mine ferment around 85* for 2 weeks in the garage, then bottle condition around 85* for 2-3 weeks before I chilled it. FG was 1.003 and the flavor is awesome. Its very smooth with a spicy taste and not very flowery to me. it turned out like one would want a Belgian Pale to be.

15 months and 21 all-grain batches in, (all-grain from the start) and I'm still as enamored with this hobby as I was building everything to get started. Congrats on your upgrade bud.

Yall forgot the 2 lbs honey malt from a few posts ago, and my name vote is : monstrasabeer!