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Brewing my first Oktoberfest today. I made a yeast starter last night with 4 pints of water, 1 cup dry Pilsen malt extract and a vial of White Labs Oktoberfest yeast. Should I pitch the entire starter or pour off the liquid and only dump in the slurry from the bottom. I am concerned that...

Wondering if anyone has a clone recipe for Ambergeddon? It is brewed by Ale Asylum in Madison. I e-mailed the brewery asking for assistance and they replied, "Our mommas taught us about not buying the cow when you can get the milk for free." I've always thought immitation is the best form of...

I know there is a lot of info on here about yeast starters, but I am not finding the information I am looking for. I made a yeast starter approximately two weeks ago. I shook frequently the first 24 hours and then let it sit for the next couple weeks at about 70 degrees (not purposely). I...

I am 20 minutes into my boil and just noticed small white chunks floating in my yeast starter after a good shake...it looked like it was snowing. It smells a little bitter not pungent. It this sign of an infection? Thanks. Abe

I just racked a Belgian wit that had been in primary for three weeks. After a high OG reading, my FG reached the expected range, but the esters are too strong and the beer leaves a bland aftertaste. I have read of brewers leaving Belgians in secondary for a month or more but also of people...

I just brewed a beglian wit that called for a SG of 1.054 - 1.058. I took readings before and after aerating the wort and had an OG of 1.066!! Any explanations outside faulty thermometer or hydrometer? Thanks. Abe

I am planning to brew a Belgian Wit tomorrow. My kit came with a Wyeast propagator smack pack which had me prepare 2 liters of yeast starter. I am fermenting the starter in a tinted growler which is difficult to see into unless I hold it up to the light. I can definitely see a layer of foam...

Howdy everyone. Just brewed my first batch 5 days ago (Fuggles IPA). I was lucky enough to have an experienced brewer as my very own beer coach but you guys have been great in helping me to fill the numerous gaps in knowledge as I prepare to rack for the first time and start another batch...