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Anyone notice that using Whirlfloc vs no finings that it takes longer for break material to settle in the kettle after whirlpooling? I have found that when I do not add kettle finings, that a whirlpool to pitching temps will settle trub fairly quickly with clear wort to transfer. When I use...

Would you mind explaining your fermentation schedule and pitch rate? Looking to brew this one soon too. Thanks

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I have a lot of the same bottles and they are excellent. Very thick and seal well. Good luck

Thanks for confirming. I will taste after 4-6 weeks and see if it needs more time. Good idea on wrapping with plastic wrap or using bees wax. The humidity has been high so I think spraying the outside with water/star san and covering is a great option with rolling the barrel to keep the insides...

Thanks for the responses. 1. It makes sense to add some whiskey so that there’s enough fluid in there for hydration. 2. I think I will skip this step for now and count on co2 and whiskey since it’s a quick turnaround. 3. My thought was since the barrel had maple in it for a year and I think...

Just ordered another 3

Hi all, I have three 5 gallon bourbon barrels that held maple syrup in them for a year, and were freshly emptied yesterday. There is still a bit of maple syrup in each of the barrels and still has the aroma of bourbon and maple syrup. I'm looking for brew recipe ideas. My thought is to do a...

Just put an order in. Thinking of doing an IPA with it to start

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