Ashevillain
Level 3 Potions Master
I have been stoked on EBIAB ever since I first learned about it. I even bought a new 15 gal spike bk with a 1.5"tc for a future element addition.
But the more I read and the closer I get to pulling triggers on a build, the more I seem to find that indicates brewing on EBIAB its not quite as relaxing as it originally sounded.
To me the amazing pros are:
-Can easily maintain consistent mash temps by setting temp with a controller and recirculating. When the temp which is kept distributed by pump drops a couple degrees, controller triggers element to fire and adjusts automatically. Set and forget essentially.
-Indoor boiling
I keep reading horror stories about burnt batches, all the different speculations as to why it happened, pumps causing dry firing, having to jump through more hoops with equipment just to get the EBIAB rig to not destroy the beer. This sounds way harder than traditional BIAB, which is not what I want to believe... But I sure as hell don't want to invest into something that will make brewing frustrating. I love it too much!
Is it worth it? Can I build a rig that makes mashing a breeze compared to propane and insulation? I'm definitely back on the fence about it all now, but still the dream for me is a easier, more consistent indoor brew day on an automated electrical single vessel system.
If you have an opinion, a success or horror story, or any suggestions please share.
Cheers!
But the more I read and the closer I get to pulling triggers on a build, the more I seem to find that indicates brewing on EBIAB its not quite as relaxing as it originally sounded.
To me the amazing pros are:
-Can easily maintain consistent mash temps by setting temp with a controller and recirculating. When the temp which is kept distributed by pump drops a couple degrees, controller triggers element to fire and adjusts automatically. Set and forget essentially.
-Indoor boiling
I keep reading horror stories about burnt batches, all the different speculations as to why it happened, pumps causing dry firing, having to jump through more hoops with equipment just to get the EBIAB rig to not destroy the beer. This sounds way harder than traditional BIAB, which is not what I want to believe... But I sure as hell don't want to invest into something that will make brewing frustrating. I love it too much!
Is it worth it? Can I build a rig that makes mashing a breeze compared to propane and insulation? I'm definitely back on the fence about it all now, but still the dream for me is a easier, more consistent indoor brew day on an automated electrical single vessel system.
If you have an opinion, a success or horror story, or any suggestions please share.
Cheers!