Filtering

[gator777]

Just wondering if anybody has filtered there beer or not if there is any advantages or disadvantages? Looks like there are advantages but don't really know. Thank you.

 

[kombat]

I've never done it, but I've considered it.

Risks are oxidation, contamination, and stripping out flavour compounds, such as volatile hop aroma.

Benefits are faster readiness of the beer, crystal-clear appearance, and removal of virtually all yeast (and subsequent next-day gassiness).

 

[glick]

https://www.homebrewtalk.com/f13/filtering-why-no-love-round-here-430754/

 

[BigFloyd]

Why would I want to filter? My beers are very clear anyway to the point that friends sometimes ask if I filter the brew to get it so clear.

1) Whirlfloc @ 10min
2) Let things settle for 15-20 min after chilling before transfer to the fermenter.
3) Cold crash in the primary 5-7 days @ 35-36*F after ferment

 

[gator777]

Thanks guys