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Just actually got this in the mail. It's not a test of the water straight from my tap, just a report they sent out to people in the area. I don't have a clue what I'm looking at, is there any helpful data here? I hear from all the local brewers that our water is fine out here, and that some...

I'm wanting to brew some different styles this summer, other than my usual pales and porters. I want to try and get some base/specialty malts that will cover a few of the styles, as well as hops - preferred yeast is also appreciated, as I'll probably buy a few and step up enough to separate and...

I've been trying to slim the waist for summer, and so far have been doing good, but I'm trying to make a few smaller beers that I don't have to feel so guilty about drinking a few of. I already have plenty of big beers for when I want to splurge :D I had Bells Third World Beer the other day...

I have never been a big fan of belgian's, but since frequenting the brew clubs, I have been developing a taste for them. I had 2 chimay reds and a delirium tremens at a bday party last night and really enjoyed them. The delirium was a little sweet but I liked the phenolics of it. The chimay...

I bought this "mash spoon" at a store that sells concession products, and after talking to the lady, we figured it was stainless...well after soaking in oxi for a few, you can see it stripped the coating, and looks like copper underneath. Anybody know what material this might be made of? I...

I've never made a scotch ale, and have only tried a handful, most of which I've liked...but Arcadia's Scotch Ale blew me away. I think it's the mildness of it, it's very mild & drinkable, but VERY flavorful! I'm figuring this might be a mid range scotch ale, like a 70/- or 80/- at best...not...

This is the BEST ESB I have ever had!! Great earthy/spicy hop flavor and aroma, with a very smooth, full flavored mouthfeel! I've never made an ESB, so of course a basic recipe would be a good start, but has anyone tried to clone this, or have any ideas on putting it together? I've read...

Bottom Line. This has all been discussed before, and I'm no expert, but I CAN speak from experience, both good and bad! ALWAYS aerate really good, and ALWAYS make starters for liquid yeast, and rehydrate dry yeast. Sure, you might be able to get away without it...but there is nothing worse than...

Wanting to do a single hop Black IPA, CDA, IBA, whatever you want to call it, so I can get a taste for these hops. I have 1# of each-Millennium and Nugget. Any suggestions on which would taste better? I'm looking for a more earthy tone to match the malt, but also a piney floral taste/aroma...

Been in the carboy for 3 weeks now, it took OVER 48 hours to see a VEEERY minimal amount of activity, and then a stuck fermentation @ 1.022. The funny thing is though, the yeast is still moving around in there. Unfortunately there is a very strong taste/odor that reminds me of my 1st extract...

It tastes like metallic to me, because its sharp in the nose(almost like inhaling vicks, but not quite as strong), and overpowers the flavor. However, I am starting to taste/smell the "cardboard" that people are talking about oxidation being the culprit of. Its horrible. Here's the weird...

I've found very few threads on a recipe for Old Engine Oil, and only one person who actually posted one for it. My main concerns are the heavy use of Flaked Oats and Roasted Barley. Old Engine Oil is one of the best Porters I've ever had though, so it must be OK to use! Here are the most...

Built a box to hold my cooler MLT and arranged it to allow the cooler to tip at a good angle, while keeping it from slipping and falling or tipping all the way over. I made mention of this in a diff thread about how recirculation helped make my brew day more efficient, which was pretty exciting...

I've always kind of thought the whole concept of recirculation was overkill. Thought I'd never see a real reason to mess with it, unless my efficiency was suffering. Well I still haven't really recirculated the mash too much, which is what MOST people focus on recirculating...and rightfully so...

I'm looking to make a good size IPA with a somewhat complex citrusy hop flavor/aroma. I think using Chinook to tie in Cascade and Amarillo will help me achieve this. I'm also doing a lighter APA for my brew buddy who isn't into really hoppy beers, but does like a little citrusy flavor. Let me...

So I'm trying to put together a recipe to make for my brew buddy. He is always helping me out on brew days, but doesn't really care for a big hoppy beer or a big malty beer, like I typically make. He really enjoys lagers, pilsners, more authentic oktoberfests, etc. However he also enjoyed the...

My rig has changed dramatically since I first started brewing, and while I don't have pics at every stage, including when I first started with my few extract batches, here are some pics from the evolution of my all-grain setup. I'll post more as I add-on. To get started in all-grain I bought a...

I'm sure this has been covered, but its hard to find anything that isn't related to actually using the existing drain. I bought an Ice Cube cooler, and the drain was located on the back side, at a 45 degree angle. I didn't think this would be an ideal position for my ball valve, so I just made a...

Does this work as well as Fermcap? AustinHomeBrew doesn't carry the Fermcap, and I'm ordering some other equipment through them, so I figured I'd grab some while I'm ordering. Here is a link to it: http://www.austinhomebrew.com/product_info.php?products_id=10388 Thanks

I've noticed a slight metallic flavor in some of my brews, and I'm wondering if there is a specific mineral/metal in the water that contributes to this taste. I can even smell it sometimes. Definitely tends to come out more in my roasty brews, and almost lends a toasted flavor, but I don't like...