G grumpyn55 Well-Known Member Joined Jul 7, 2012 Messages 47 Reaction score 0 Jul 28, 2012 #1 Would like to do 2 1/2 gal. Batches but do not know what size fermenter too use . Can I use a 3gal container or do I need more headspace ?
Would like to do 2 1/2 gal. Batches but do not know what size fermenter too use . Can I use a 3gal container or do I need more headspace ?
D DrawTap88 Well-Known Member Joined Jan 29, 2010 Messages 1,064 Reaction score 11 Location Joliet, IL Jul 28, 2012 #2 3 gallons will work, but be sure to use a blow off tube.
OP OP G grumpyn55 Well-Known Member Joined Jul 7, 2012 Messages 47 Reaction score 0 Jul 28, 2012 #3 Can I also just ferment in the 6 1/5 gal. Pail that I am using now?
G Gartywood Well-Known Member Joined Jul 2, 2011 Messages 307 Reaction score 10 Location Windsor Jul 28, 2012 #4 You can but you'll want to move it to a smaller fermenter after active fermentation. Maybe make a 3 gallon batch use the bucket for primary and transfer to your 3 gallon fermenter for secondary.
You can but you'll want to move it to a smaller fermenter after active fermentation. Maybe make a 3 gallon batch use the bucket for primary and transfer to your 3 gallon fermenter for secondary.
