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Thanks for all the positive feedback on the fermenters. I can't wait to use them this weekend. Some people asked how much they cost. I actually don't know what it would cost to build. I traded some tools and other hardware to a machine shop to fabricate them for me. I imagine they would...

Finished... A couple more pics of the completed fermenters. They are 6.4 gallon conicals. I designed them in solidworks and had a machine shop build them from 303stainless. Each of the cones is removable from the base for easy cleaning. The top is 5/8" Lexan so I can see the action. I just...

I just had to share the pics of my new fermenters. Now, what to brew first????? Cheers,

I designed this double conical in solidworks. It's almost complete. I just need to assemble the other side then clean the heck out of it. The cones are removeable so it should be easy. Man, I never thought I'd get this project done. More pictures to follow. The rotating racking arm...

After 15 successful ale batches this year I attempted my first lager last night. I innoculated the wort with 2 pouches of saflager and left in my garage which is a balmy 48°. Should I have started the fermentation warmer and then cooled or can I start the fermentation at 48°? I don't see...

I just read Mr.Malty's article. Fantastic. I'll be formulating a new recipe......

I don't really worry about hop cost. I have a "relative" in the hops industry and I have a freezer full of vacuum foil bagged hops. I tend to spare no expence in the search for the perfect brew. For the 30-minute IPA I only had to increase the bittering hop by 50%. The aroma and flavor...

My 30-Minute IPA came out great. Click on my recipes below for the Hogfish Dead 30-minute IPA. NO DMS taste, but I boiled on the edge of boil over the entire time. The continuous hop technique made the beer very rounded. This is the best IPA i've brewed as of yet. I will be brewing...