Can't wait any longer

[benwhite22]

This is my first batch of beer (pale ale) and after one week in the primary, one week in the secondary and one week in the keg for force carbonating, I can't wait any longer. I'm going to try it tomorrow. It was very clear and smooth and the aroma was great when I put it into the keg a week ago. If it lasts the weekend, I'll have to see if the flavor improves any by aging for another week. So far I am enjoying this hobby very much. (My wife likes it too as it's much cheaper than my other hobby: RC aircraft). Wish me luck.

 

[david_42]

On the one hand, you need to do quality checks to monitor the process. On the other, drinking large quantities of green beer is rough on the gut.

 

[the_bird]

We'll grant you permission to take a quality control sample under one condition:

Do NOT post immediately afterwards "WHAT THE HELL IS WRONG WITH MY BEER?!"

It's green, know that it's green and that it may be a little harsh... even if it's great right now, it'll get better.

Congratulations, man!

 

[TheJadedDog]

I know it's hard but resist the temptation to drink it all, you will thank us later when your beer tastes a million times better.

That said, there is nothing wrong with a sample or two...just to monitor progress and all...really...just a few to monitor...well, okay, maybe I have more than a few "samples"...maybe.

 

[sirsloop]

lol... I hope your other batch is ready for secondary REAL SOON cause you're going to TANK that batch. Pick up a 3rd and 4th set of ingredients too while you are at it. Running out and having to wait three weeks for more SUCKS

 

[benwhite22]

Yep. Definately too soon. Hopefully I didn't ruin it by force carbonating too soon.

 

[BierMuncher]

Yep. Definately too soon. Hopefully I didn't ruin it by force carbonating too soon.

You didn't ruin it. Was it carb'd enough? How was the taste?

I find that when kegging, I can get to enjoying much sooner than bottling. I just tapped a Ordinary Bitters 5 days ago after a 1 week 1 week routine, it tastes different every day and by differeny I mean tons better.

Entitle yourself to a drink or two every day. Even though it won't be perfect...it'll be good and you can learn from the process.

 

[benwhite22]

The carb/head was good (carbonated at 26-28 psi at room temp). I'm going to try it again in a few days. Maybe I'll go get some Sierra Nevada Pale Ale or Sweetwater 420 to compare with.