Looking to make the move from malts to all grain

[jlehde]

I am on the verge of switching for malts to all grain. I am also looking for information on how to use a temperature control ed software to control the brewing temperature. Any ideas?

 

[kaconga]

I use a Johnson control on an old fridge. It ain't special but it works for me. Find what works well for you and run with it.

 

[unionrdr]

You could also go partial mash as an intermediate step. I use up to 6lbs+ of grains with 3lbs of plain DME or 3.3lbs of plain LME @ flame out for my beers. BIAB makes it cheap, easy & fast to get into! I also 2nd the Johnson controller. This is one instance where a big johnson isn't needed to get the job done well!

 

[balrog]

Wait, "brewing temp" or fermenting temp?

 

[planetscott]

I signed up to the Kickstarter for the Brew Jacket. It should ship any time. It is a heat pump that fits inside a Better Bottle or bucket. It takes up the space of a carboy or bucket, unlike a refrigerator. I will review it once I get it up and running. It is supposed to reach lager temps. It comes with a wrap/jacket to help maintain the temps. I will use it mostly to keep my temps in the mid 60s.....A little lower for Kolsch and Cal Commons.