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Hey guys. Went to LBHS for some brown/amber (35L) malt and pilsner malt (grains). They didn't have any, but the worker there suggested these substitutes: Crisp pale chocolate malt as a substitute for the brown/amber malt Weyermann Bohemian Pilsner malt for the pilsner malt. I just want to make...

I know the rule of thumb in these parts (which I'm following) is that we have to age the beer for at least 3 weeks before it reaches acceptable potential. Then you put it in the fridge for several days or so. Finally it's ready to be popped open and you're able to finally try out your creation...

Hey all, I'm interested in brewing a winter ale. Anybody have any suggestions on a good kit (extract with specialty grains) or a good recipe? I checked midwest and northern, but I would like some suggestions from the experts on this site. Thanks!

This is my second brew. I ordered the Irish Stout from midwest. My first batch didn't involve any steeping at all. This batch obviously did. I think I got a little excited before steeping that I forgot that I was supposed to use only a gallon for steeping. Instead I used 3 gallons. Does anybody...

I've been following Palmer's book and it says to put the malt in cold water. How big of a deal is it to use warm water, say 80 degrees Fahrenheit?

Hey all! This seems like a great forum to get started with as everybody seems so helpful. That being said, I'm trying to get into brewing. I'm having a tough time trying to choose between kits. I don't live near any brewing supplies stores and I really only want to start out with about a 5...