First Batch/IPA

[fendersrule]

And many continue to brew a mix of 1 gal, 2.5 gal, and 5.0 gal. For those that want to brew smaller batch sizes, let's strive to share our experiences when actually brewing that batch size.

And MANY don't. Doesn't make what I said not true. The same amount of work, time, patience is required on 1G vs 5G. Do I still make 2-3G batches? Yes, but primarily cider. I wouldn't act like MOST people still primarily make "micro" batch sizes. 1 gallon is 2 growlers. That's a lot of effort for so little beer, and I think most would agree with that. GREAT size for getting your feet wet and for experimental batches, but most would agree that's not worth the time to continue doing that.

I'd even go further--I disagree with only 1G as an "experimental" batch too. I go right back into, it's the same time, effort, and work. If I'm spending 4 hours on a brew day + the night before cleaning + the day after cleaning, I'd rather spend $8 more and just make it a 5G batch. Time is money.

So to the point (with two examples in this topic): There is some advice that is good for five gal brewers that simply not good for one gal brewers.

The advice remains consistent and isn't negative advice, even it's for a 1-3 gallon brewer. I heavily disagree with "not good". "Not relevant" is a more accurate way to say it.

Be aware of temperature control and temp climbs is all I'm saying. A 66F basement, with his upgraded 3 gallon fermenter, is getting on the cusp and it requires some due diligence. In-fact, with Nottingham, that's too hot, and I would definitely temp control @ 66F ambient.

You don't have to be so nitpicky, you know. Maybe I'll only post in "5G batches" from now on since my advice is "not good." LOL.

Anyhow, I'll say it again. You made beer. Good job! If you're like me, you'll treat it as a martial art and will always want to continually learn and improve. I'm sitting next to 20 Gallons of fermenting beer right now, 4 different varieties.

 

[fendersrule]

Nice Charger. I own two Buicks. 54 Special 48D 264 Nailhead. 3 on the tree. Completely restored. My other is a completely original 60 Electra. 401 Nailhead. 36k original mile.

Challenger.

64k original miles on mine.

 

[Buick Beer Gardens]

Challenger.

64k original miles on mine.

Gotcha. Tiny pic on my phone. Tried to read the script on the fender. Graveyard Cars fan?

 

[fendersrule]

Gotcha. Tiny pic on my phone. Tried to read the script on the fender. Graveyard Cars fan?

I definitely need to start watching that! I do watch Nick's Garage when I can which is a mopar heavy (but not always) show. I've heard great things about Graveyard cars! There's another show that sounds similar to graveyard cars, I forgot the name of it, but it's two guys that rescue cars and drive them back and across country...lots of crap happens as you can imagine!

 

[Buick Beer Gardens]

I definitely need to start watching that! I do watch Nick's Garage when I can which is a mopar heavy (but not always) show. I've heard great things about Graveyard cars! There's another show that sounds similar to graveyard cars, I forgot the name of it, but it's two guys that rescue cars and drive them back and across country...lots of crap happens as you can imagine!

Graveyard Carz is Mopar all day. Mark Worman is a bit annoying but I totally respect the guy for restoring each Mopar with correct nuts/bolts and markings from the factory. I'm more of a fan of originals and or restoring to factory original. No doubt you are a Mopar guy and this program will interest you.

https://www.graveyardcarz.com

 

[Buick Beer Gardens]

Pulled another bottle that sat in the frig for a week after a week conditioning at room temp. It was not a gusher but bubbled over some. Tasted better than the first bottle that sat conditioning for a week and then placed in the frig for 3 days. This bottle sweet and bitter. Finished the bottle because it was good. I have four I let finish out at room temp for exactly 2 weeks. Currently in the frig as of today. I'll see how these taste in a day or so.