Any brewers in the Conway Area?

[estricklin]

What size pot is that? So you were basically fly sparging? How long was it taking you to sparge? Fly sparging has to be slow or it isn't very effective, think like 30-60 mins.

Mash temps are pretty forgiving believe it or not.

 

[txnnok]

Its a bayou classic 10 gallon pot from amazon. Yea, I definitely was not sparging correctly. I watched some videos on it today. I got to be more patient.

 

[estricklin]

Its a bayou classic 10 gallon pot from amazon. Yea, I definitely was not sparging correctly. I watched some videos on it today. I got to be more patient.

Use the valve to restrict the flow rate back. You could try batch sparging if you don't want to spend the extra time fly sparging.

 

[scottmphoto]

OK, so this is an old thread but it just popped up on me today. I live in Russellville and have been making Mead for a few years and at this time, it is all I make. I am of Celtic descent and used to do a lot of Ren Faires, that is where I was introduced to Mead.

 

[BowAholic]

we don't live far apart...I live in Saint Vincent, 10 miles north of Morrilton, and Eric is in Oppello, just south of Morrilton. If you want to learn how to make beer just let me know.

 

[estricklin]

OK, so this is an old thread but it just popped up on me today. I live in Russellville and have been making Mead for a few years and at this time, it is all I make. I am of Celtic descent and used to do a lot of Ren Faires, that is where I was introduced to Mead.

Ditto what Bob said. Of coarse we don't discriminate, we make mead too. I have a 1 year old I'm about bottle this week.

 

[Krampus1]

Okay, I apologize in advance. I didn't want to read through 17 pages, but I was wondering if you guys have any group buys? I am a decently experience brewer (5 years). I am originally from the Center Ridge area. I have degree(s) in Math and Chemical Physics. After college I moved to Pennsylvania where I pursued a Masters in Applied Math. I now reside in Southern Arkansas.

Moreover, I am glad to see a vibrant community of home-brewers in Arkansas. I look forward to learning from you guys!

 

[estricklin]

Okay, I apologize in advance. I didn't want to read through 17 pages, but I was wondering if you guys have any group buys? I am a decently experience brewer (5 years). I am originally from the Center Ridge area. I have degree(s) in Math and Chemical Physics. After college I moved to Pennsylvania where I pursued a Masters in Applied Math. I now reside in Southern Arkansas.

Moreover, I am glad to see a vibrant community of home-brewers in Arkansas. I look forward to learning from you guys!

The CAFA may do some big group buys I'm not sure. Bob and I have went in on a couple of things but that's as far as we've took it. Welcome to the thread. I work in the Center Ridge area every day almost.

 

[BowAholic]

I only buy in bulk... LOL I tried buying thru the Fort Smith group but it never helped so I just order all of my grain in bags and all of my hops by the pound...it makes for lots of beer to drink before it goes bad, but heck... I'm retired and my wife likes to help...

 

[estricklin]

I only buy in bulk... LOL I tried buying thru the Fort Smith group but it never helped so I just order all of my grain in bags and all of my hops by the pound...it makes for lots of beer to drink before it goes bad, but heck... I'm retired and my wife likes to help...

Going to try the UK yeast on the next batch, Oatmeal stout. I hope it's pumpkin beer season soon.

 

[BowAholic]

cool... let me know what you think about that yeast. I've used some and I'm still not sure what I think about it...I may brew tomorrow...

 

[Surf_Brew_Imbibe_805]

Since moving out to Cabot earlier this year, I’m wondering why no one has opened up a solid homebrew north of Little Rock ? In a dry county it just makes sense to me.

Anyway, I’ve been going down to Fermentables in North Little Rock area, and the owner Mike seems pretty cool. Someone with a 1bbl system almost cleaned him out a day or two before my brew day and almost killed my recipe! Luckily Mike had just enough of what I needed. Yesterday was my first time brewing out here, and my first time ever brewing in that kind of heat!

 

[Polobeers]

Hey guys I didn't read through much of this thread just noticed the Conway roll call. Im in Russellville and there are a few here that brew. One of the home brew enthusiasts here did start a Facebook group Called River Valley Brewers Guild in hopes to eventually grow it into a actual homebrew club. Maybe one day soon we can meet up, share some home brews and make it official. So look us up, join the group. I dont think any of us has ever been in a homebrew club before so if any of you have feel free to message and maybe nudge us in the right direction that would be awesome.
Cheers

 

[Surf_Brew_Imbibe_805]

Hey guys I didn't read through much of this thread just noticed the Conway roll call. Im in Russellville and there are a few here that brew. One of the home brew enthusiasts here did start a Facebook group Called River Valley Brewers Guild in hopes to eventually grow it into a actual homebrew club. Maybe one day soon we can meet up, share some home brews and make it official. So look us up, join the group. I dont think any of us has ever been in a homebrew club before so if any of you have feel free to message and maybe nudge us in the right direction that would be awesome.
Cheers

That’s awesome man! Unfortunately I just got off Facebook yesterday because of all the political BS, but I hope y’all get a good following! Cheers!

 

[BowAholic]

that's cool about the group in Russellville...I shoot traditional archery with a group there. As far as FB goes, just delete all of the political crap like I do and stay in touch with friends...
Bob

 

[estricklin]

Hey guys I didn't read through much of this thread just noticed the Conway roll call. Im in Russellville and there are a few here that brew. One of the home brew enthusiasts here did start a Facebook group Called River Valley Brewers Guild in hopes to eventually grow it into a actual homebrew club. Maybe one day soon we can meet up, share some home brews and make it official. So look us up, join the group. I dont think any of us has ever been in a homebrew club before so if any of you have feel free to message and maybe nudge us in the right direction that would be awesome.
Cheers

Done.

 

[estricklin]

Had a good time brewing with ya today Bob. Was kinda cold though. I'm bout to pitch some $1 UK yeast in my beer and call it a night.

 

[BowAholic]

I enjoyed it as well Eric...right up until a couple of guys showed and tried to empty my fresh tapped keg. I used a dry pack of the UK yeast in my IPA too... You're welcome back any time...

 

[estricklin]

I enjoyed it as well Eric...right up until a couple of guys showed and tried to empty my fresh tapped keg. I used a dry pack of the UK yeast in my IPA too... You're welcome back any time...

Thanks, I'll bring beer next time I swear. I took a hydrometer sample while I was pitching just now...and ya, was definitely off on the water volume/boil off rate. I've never even seen this part of my hydrometer? What's going to happen? Will my beer be flammable? I could dilute this by 50%!

 

[BowAholic]

I kinda expected that from yours... when I ground your grain it was several pounds more than I use for my 1.064 IPA... enjoy!

 

[estricklin]

Hope everyone is wintering well, it won't be long until it's time to plant hops!

 

[Polobeers]

Hope everyone is wintering well, it won't be long until it's time to plant hops!

I'm thinking about planting some hops, Bruce has several plants in his yard. He said he could get me a rhyzome off of his Cascade. I just need to find a place in my yard to plant it.

 

[BowAholic]

I'm thinking I'll pass this year...unless Adam gives me a bunch again. I have way more pellet hops than I can use as it is... as you well know Eric... LOL

 

[estricklin]

Ya, I do too. Matter of fact, I ordered another 5 lbs or so from Yakima a few months back. I still have the plant I got from you, it should come back just fine again this year.

 

[501irishred]

Other than Cascade, what varieties seem to do good around here? I’m down in Benton am looking to plant some hops this year as well. Not much of a green thumb, but can’t hurt to try.....

 

[estricklin]

I honestly don't know, I haven't heard that any particular variety does bad though either. Our climate is a little warm for hops, but they grow.

 

[501irishred]

Thanks, guess I’ll roll the dice and see what happens. At under $5 per plant, at least the investment side isn’t too daunting.