Madison, WI. Still new to brew

[Bohica1371]

Been homebrewing for about 4 years, corny kegging for 2. I recently had a batch that appeared to go through the entire process fine. I put it in the keg, let it carbonate, and tried to pour a pint. The flow was really slow and I detected the odor/taste of what seemed like wet cardboard. Is this the stuck fermentation? Is there a way to salvage this 5 gallons? Anyone in/near the Madison area?

 

[Suthrncomfrt1884]

Sounds like oxidation to me.

No real fix for this. Just watch your process in the future. Don't splash after you've added the yeast. Don't introduce oxygen into the beer unless you're aerating prior to pitching yeast.

 

[Bohica1371]

Yeah, that's kinda what I was thinking. Was just wondering if there was a way to save the 5 gallons, or if I needed to hold a memorial for the AK-47. Thanks for the reply.

 

[Denny330]

Welcome to the boards. I would say let it sit for a week or more to see if the flavor dissipates. If it doesn't... add more hops and cover that flavor!

The slow pour could be that your CO2 pressure is too low for the line length. If you have been kegging for two years your system should be balanced. Was there a ton of foam when you were pouring?

Absolutely great name by the way.

 

[Kegcowboy]

this is where cofee becomes an additive right? just kidding - glad you are here.

 

[DragonTail]

Welcome
The wet cardboard taste does sound like oxidation.

 

[Bohica1371]

I actually found that the pop-it valve for my Co2 was off-center. Corrected the issue and let it carbonate for a week. Wouldn't you know it, it turned-out awesome! My neighbors think it's the best one yet. No cardboard smell or taste. I think I got lucky this time.

 

[Thefirebuilds]

welcome to the board cheesehead.

 

[jjanderton]

Welcome brewer

 

[bniesen]

just the the south and west of ya in Verona
Brew ON!!