JLHockeyKnight
New Member
Hi everyone. I am a really early newbie, starting to read "The Complete Joy of Home Brewing" by Charlie Papazian. My friend mentioned it's "The Bible for new brewers." I'm gonna read through it, get started, and hopefully all of you can help if I need it. As for myself, I'm a 23 year old guy who loves hockey and is a big Flyers, Phillies, and Orioles fan. I'm a Rutgers graduate with a Bachelors in Engineering.
I do have two questions...what's the legal status on home brewing in NJ? The introduction to Papazian's book mentioned it's federally legal, but each state has the right to do it's own laws. I think I read on a site you need to get a permit for $15 / year, which limits to 200 gallons per year. Is this true? Help would be appreciated.
Also, another friend said that sometimes brewing can create some unwanted odors. Is this true? Is it ok to brew in a basement, or a garage? Which would you all recommend?
I may not be on a lot at first, but as I get going with this new "experiment" I should be on a lot more. I'm starting a new job so I'll be focusing on that, but once I get comfortable(and get a steady income) I'll start getting the equipment to start brewing!
I do have two questions...what's the legal status on home brewing in NJ? The introduction to Papazian's book mentioned it's federally legal, but each state has the right to do it's own laws. I think I read on a site you need to get a permit for $15 / year, which limits to 200 gallons per year. Is this true? Help would be appreciated.
Also, another friend said that sometimes brewing can create some unwanted odors. Is this true? Is it ok to brew in a basement, or a garage? Which would you all recommend?
I may not be on a lot at first, but as I get going with this new "experiment" I should be on a lot more. I'm starting a new job so I'll be focusing on that, but once I get comfortable(and get a steady income) I'll start getting the equipment to start brewing!