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Has anyone used the "T-shirt in water" method to reduce their fermentation temps? How much does it lower the temperature? I understand that the temperature change is a function of the evaporation rate, which depends on multiple factors (air temp, relative humidity, science, etc...). I'm happy...

Before I try this (and risk upsetting SWMBO), I figured I'd reach out to those who have already upset Her. Does anyone brew 5 gallon batches inside? And, if so, do you have any idea how big your burner is? I tried to boil 5 gallons on my old stove, just as a test, and the only thing I came...

I've never done that but I think I want to give it a shot. Anyone with experience have any advice for me? Some questions I have are: 1) when do I add the bourbon? When I secondary? When I bottle? 2) how much bourbon should I add for a 5 gallon batch? (I'm looking for a hint of bourbon flavor...

Every other year we do a pig roast family reunion and this is an "on" year. It'll be in the fall, late September or early October. I'm looking for suggestions on what kind of beer to make. I don't have any way to do lagers, which is kind of a bummer. And I'm still too new to brewing to be able...

Hello all! I'm new to home brewing and to this site. So far both are awesome, and both reinforce how much I have to learn! Starting with a "new-to-me" 15 gallon beer keg boil pot. I had the top cut off by some guys at work with a plasma cutter but I'm kind of worried about getting cut on the...