Hydrometer reading

[Wally4]

I made the mistake of not taking an OG reading when i first brewed this is my reading after about 8 days looking for advice on if that's what it should be at and what not from there also what should be a normal fg reading I made a red ale using a kit

 

[Wally4]

Just answered my own question as I read the sheet it came with, the og says about 1.052 and fg says 1.011-1.015 looks as if it's close to being at fg correct me if I'm wrong but should this be when I put it in secondary and wait a couple weeks then bottle it? Appreciate all the help don't wanna mess this first batch up

 

[imperialipa]

I would just leave it in the primary for 3 weeks then bottle it straight out of primary.

Of course if you want to use a secondary you can. It might help clear out the beer. but basically after 2-3 weeks any fermenting that is to be done will be done.

 

[ajf]

I can't read the gravity from the photo, but it looks like it's sitting pretty low. I'd save yourself a bit of time, and leave it in the primary for a couple of weeks rather than racking to a secondary, and then bottle it. Of course, you may want to free up the primary for another brew, in which case you should help the economy and buy another primary or three.

-a.

 

[WhineinAlbany]

I leave mine in the primary for 2 weeks then rack to secondary and leave for another 2 weeks. This should ensure your fermentation is complete and that it's nice and clear.
I used to follow the 1-2-3 rule, but after following the advice on here, I found it makes a world of difference for the clarity (and probably much less risk of a bottle bomb!). Patience is key.

 

[BillyBock]

I can't read the gravity from the photo, but it looks like it's sitting pretty low. I'd save yourself a bit of time, and leave it in the primary for a couple of weeks rather than racking to a secondary, and then bottle it. Of course, you may want to free up the primary for another brew, in which case you should help the economy and buy another primary or three.

-a.

+1
I used to secondary, but long primary = easier / same or better taste!

 

[unionrdr]

Wait until you have a stable FG over 3-4 days. Then give it 3-5 days to clean up & settle out more. That's how I refined the process of the 3-4 week routine I used to preach myself. It def helps hop flavors not to let it sit any longer than needed for a stable FG & clearing to a slight haze. Then bottle & let it age for 3-4 weeks. 4 weeks is def better.