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It's been a while, but I figured I'd give an update anyway. The last two I mentioned turned out great! The pale was crisp and the IPA had a killer hop nose to it. Don't get me wrong, I've had better beers, but I was happy with my third batch. Since then I've had an Irish Red and a hoppy...

5 gallons of cinnamon, ginger and all spice Holiday Ale and 5 gallons of American Honey Porter. In the primary as of yesterday. Won't quite make it out for the 24th, but meh.

That's right, absolutely nothing. They both tasted excellent, but there was nary an ABV to be found. The quick and hot burn theory is just that, my theory. I'm not actually sure what happened, but it could've been worse for my first batch.

Ahoy and avast! Cpt Rotgut Redbeard here and boy am I glad I found this port. I've been brewin' on and off for about a year. Like many a folk, it all started with a Mr. Beer kit. Now I've moved up a tad and procured ye olde buckets. The craft and science behind brewin'is what really...

Ahoy and avast! I thought I'd contribute my experiences thus far, still being a "newb" at ye olde brewin'. Take what ye may from this. Batch #1: Xtra Hoppy Pale Ale & Blueberry Hefeweizen Result: Non-alcoholic and the lingering smell of banana bread Lessons: Don't ferment in a closet, in...