Hi from PA

[zack234]

Hi everyone,

My name's Zack. I bought a homebrew kit last year, and I would like to get more use out of it. I was working two jobs to get some college debt paid off, but now, I've opened up some time in my schedule.

I started out with a stout, and it turned out extremely malty with a very thick head. The more I read, the more I see where I made mistakes throughout the brewing process. I'm still trying to properly learn how to use a hydrometer. I have read a few different tips, but haven't found a decisive answer.

I'd like to get back into the homebrew community with an IPA. Anything simple to get accustomed to brewing again?

 

[DragonTail]

Welcome

 

[zack234]

Thanks. I forgot to mention that I live about 12 miles away from the Yuengling Brewery. I visit it every few months.

 

[mtyrrell]

Welcome from another PA beginner.

-m

 

[brewslut]

Welcome to HBT

 

[shadowmage36]

Greetings and salutations! If you're looking for a nice and simple IPA, I'd suggest checking the recipe forum or the recipe database and find a well-reviewed extract IPA recipe. There's quite a few of them, given the style's popularity here in the states.

And again, welcome to HBT!

 

[zack234]

Thanks for the warm reception. I'm not sure how much I'll be able to contribute, but I'm hoping to learn a lot.

 

[haplo]

Welcome to the forums. I spend a ton of time lurking here and it's been great for my beer. I agree with shadowmage about good IPA recipes here. I know there is a highly rated Amarillo IPA that is extract. I've recently fallen in love with Simcoe hops, so they've been in a Troeg's Nugget Nectar inspired beer I made and a variation of the high rated Orange Pale Ale recipe on here.

 

[snowveil]

Welcome to the forums from another PA brewer. Don't lurk too much or you'll end up AG in no time :fro: (not that that's a bad thing)

Where around PA are you from?

 

[shanecb]

Welcome! Glad to see another PA brewer.

 

[NAVET]

Welcome to HBT!
Looks like Pennsylvania is bringing it.