Brewing log book

[tonkota]

I made a brew log, thought I'd share:

http://www.steelnthings.com/beer/beerlog.xls

It is a simple form. I'll have a paper copy that I can print out and keep in my binder, and an electronic file that I can share. I haven't brewed a batch with it yet, so it may need some modification. But we'll see.

 

[SLCJanedoe0]

I found this http://www.beernut.com/Web_store/worksheet.pdf
if anybody is interested in using it.

 

[norwegiangeek]

I keep a list of ingredients and times as well as notes in a paper notebook (gonna upgrade to a waterproof notebook from REI when this one is full as I do tend to keep getting this one wet)

But I also put all the info in Google Docs so I can look it up anywhere.

 

[wstcstwil]

I found this http://www.beernut.com/Web_store/worksheet.pdf
if anybody is interested in using it.

Thanks so much. Very helpful.

 

[brettwasbtd]

Anyone know of code or program that will accept Beer xml code and display it in a pretty html page for printing? I am considering investigating doing this, but don't want to if its already been done!

 

[Krrazy]

I stay oldschool for my log. I use the software and spreadsheets for some calculations and shopping lists and so forth, but I really like the idea of someone in the future finding my book and reading through it.

For that reason I use a Large Moleskine Ruled Notebook to record all of my brewing notes. Prior to brewing I write down the date, beer name, style, recipe, water notes and volume calculations, temperatures, expected OG, and so forth. During the brew I follow along and make note of anything that deviates. I record my final volume, pitching temperature and the time. I'm currently trying to decide if I like/trust my refractometer so I conclude the brew day with the OG readings from the sample I took prior to pitching with both the hydrometer and the refactometer.

I make sketches of things like my setup when that changes and anything new I'm trying.

I follow up the brew day with notes about fermentation -- when the bubbles start, when it moves to high activity, any fermenting temp notes, bottling date, ready to drink date, tasting notes, suggestions for future brewing.

It's really to each his/her own style but that's what I like to do!

Good luck.