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Would the amount of wort I get effect my efficiency? On this last batch I got about 8.5 gallons of wort for a 5.5 gallon batch. The recipe called for a 75 minute boil. I use sparge pal to calculate my water temps and amount of water to use. I included a screen shot from this last batch. Sent...

I use tap water straight from the facet. It's happened on a few different base malts. As far as thermo goes, I'm using a glass "mercury" style which I've used from the beginning. I tried a probe digital one on my first all grain batch and it worked for about 30 minutes before quitting. I didn't...

This is all good information. I never thought about a true false bottom. Also milling my own grain could be the true answer. I'm loosing my mind over this. Gotta get it figured out. Sent from my iPhone using Home Brew

I explored the mill option. The place I get my grain has a tasting room. He uses the same mill for his grain and gets 75% efficiency(according to him). As far as the software if I type in that I get low efficiency it will automatically add more grain to the recipe? What software do you use...

I know this subject has been gone over time and time again. However I would like to get some answers specific to my situation. I've been all grain brewing for several months now. I'm using a 10 gallon cylindrical igloo cooler for my mash tun(see picture). My temps have all been right on. Been...

That looks great! Sent from my iPad using Home Brew

So it sounds like the batch is still good. I did get a hydrometer so I will test it. Thanks for all the info

The temp was 75 degrees when I pitched the yeast. Also according to the instructions it says to wait one week to bottle. Then let them sit for 2 more weeks before drinking. Not going against what your saying just letting you know exactly what it says.

At least a few hours. I kept checking the temp every 30 minutes or so. My instructions just said to let the wort cool to 75 degrees

So I just went out to my local brewing supply store to get all the essentials for brewing my own beer. The owner was very helpful and got me everything I need. He basically told me to follow the instructions with the ingredients kit and everything would go as planned. So I followed everything...

Has anyone removed the door storage rack? If so how much depth did this add from the compression hump to the door?

Which freezer will hold a half barrel?

Hey guys im looking for a make and model mini fridge that will hold a 1/2 barrel keg. Haven't been able to find one that is big enough to hold that large a keg. Im looking for one that I can buy brand new. Any suggestions will help.