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Well, SWMBO said forget Mr. Beer, and go for the gusto! I guess I'm off to find an extract kit. :ban:

A little off topic, but here's how the FWIF works: SWMBO wants to brew beer. For economy, as well as taste. I can usually buy her favorite ale for $5.59/6pk After I get geared up to brew (6 week process at least), I can brew a good English Ale for $5.00/6pk. Is all that worth the FWIF? Hummm.....

ROFLMFAO!....

Good plan...but I question the year estimate. It's been twenty, and we're still working on scrubbing the toilet.

I think I read this whole thread, but may have missed this one. If so, sorry... My favorite acronym, which I use at least weekly (if only in my own mind), is FWIF. (pronounced as it looks) F*** With It Factor. Meaning, at what point is it preferable to pay to have someone else do a task...

Yeah, I just have to convince her that you guys, and I, know best. :cross: BTW: LOVE your signatures!

Basic question: SWMBO wants beer. She's hinted about Mr. Beer a half dozen times. I've just started making wine/cider. I have all the equipment for that (carboys, buckets, hydrometer, airlocks, etc.). So...do I get her the stupid Mr. Beer, because it makes "beer" and looks cool, or do I try...