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I recently picked up some star san and am overwhelmed when I use the search function to determine the best way to use it! Can someone give me a quick breakdown on the best method of use to sanitize the buckets, equipment, and bottles? Thanks!

I can get mine cooled to 70 degrees in about 18 minutes using an ice bath. I keep a cooler in the chest freezer and fill it with ice from the ice maker so I don't have to buy it.

Let it sit in the primary for 3-4 weeks...rack it to the bottling bucket...and bottle your brew. :rockin:

You sir are wise beyond your years. :p

Extract with steeping grains....seems like the thermostat on the flat top constantly kicks on and off when trying to regulate certain temps. Of course, the stove is relatively new so maybe I have a lemon! :D ETA: I have a battery powered thermometer. That is why I am complaining about the...

How does the turkey propane burner do?

After experiencing both, has anyone else noticed what a pain an electric flat top stove is to regulate temps vs. the old coil top?? Almost to the point where I am willing to buy an old coil top on craigslist just for brewing!!

Thanks for the link!

I have a batch of American Amber that has been sitting for a week. I plan on letting it go for 3 weeks. Do I have to transfer it to a secondary or can it sit in the primary for the 3 weeks? Thanks! David

LHBS ended up having some buckets in the back so I went that route. Thanks for the input! David

I have had a batch of American Amber fermenting in a 6 1/2 gallon bucket for a week and I want to start my second batch of Irish Stout. I can get another bucket online shipped for about 30 bucks or go to my local brewing store and they only have plastic carboys. Not sure which route to go...

Hey all! Getting back into brewing since I last did it in 1998. It's amazing all that one forgets in 13 years. :) Thanks for the wealth of information! David