Fermentation Cooler from Freezer or Fridge

[Fatboy]

Dearly departed, I just lost a wheat batch to the dreaded clove flavor. I understand that temperature control is needed. I was looking at putting a temperature controller on a fridge or freezer (chest) - How is a guy to choose which one? Assuming all other things are equal - will one work better than the other?

Thanks - Paul - May the Weizen RIP.

 

[homebrewer_99]

You didn't toss it did you?

You could have combined it with a more bitter batch of Weizen to balance them both out.

All you have to do is label the case as "too bitter" or "too sweet" so you can track the bottles.

 

[Fatboy]

Nope - still have it. Probably let er' sit for awhile. Figured if nothing else, it would make a good marinade. Any ideas on the fridge / freezer?

 

[robmee]

Here is some thing I am in the middle of trying, it is a good power saver. I am ordering the temp controler tomorrow and this will give me the freedom of ales (64-72 degree) or lagering at 44 degrees with the chest freezer with little to no overhead cost.

http://www.treehugger.com/files/2005/07/man_retrofits_f.php