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I was recirculating the entire time. The outlet hose (1/2 ID) was never "full" of wort so I think maybe my lauter rate was on the low side. The ball valve was fully open. I will adjust the mill to grind less fine next time as a possible solution.

I have recently built a two tier system that utilizes a March pump and a direct fired mash tun. I have previously made over 20 batches with a polarware 10 gallon mash pot with false bottom (St. Pats design and also a normal Polarware false bottom). I have normally done step mashes and single...

I have used a Corona mill for several hundred pounds of grain. I have not needed to add washers to increase the gap. I typically get in the 80s for conversion. You need to loosen the pin that puts pressure on the disc until you get an adequate grind. A small amount of turning goes a long...

I have have had success in Longmont growing Centennial and Williamettes. They are quite aggressive. This year I will try to keep them well manicured and harvest due to the hop shortage. A work friend has had good luck with cascades and used his harvest to brew. Where in CO will you be...

I searched the forum and some gentlemen in Texas (Austin area) were able to order a pallet or two of grain. I will keep looking into this issue since there was a good amount of interest from the colorado brewers. Even with the to be new home brew store in Boulder a bulk grain purchase should...

I am also really bummed about What's Brewing closing down.* I live in Longmont and the Beer at home store is quite a haul away.* They are also pretty expensive.* To buy base malt from the Brewers Supply do you have to get a whole pallet? I only need 2 to 3 bags of 2 row.* Is anyone else...