New to brew...

TXtinct · May 10, 2012

Hey guys, I'm new here but not to drinking beer. A few years ago my wife bought me a brewing kit and I think it's finally time to put it to use. Can someone point me to some good info before I get started. I'm really clueless on this.

BrewerinBR · May 10, 2012

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coypoo · May 10, 2012

I think youre on your way if your here. Lots of good reading. To start I was suggest that you just read, read, read. You can just wing it, but if you're well prepared before your results are likely to be much better initially

BainbridgeBrewer · May 10, 2012

I'm not sure what kind of kit you have, but you might want to buy new ingredients. I few years is definitely not good for the yeast, but can also cause the extracts and hops to be oxidized. Check out www.austinhomebrew.com for a new kit. If you don't have equipment to boil and ferment they can also set you up with a starter kit that usually includes ingredients for a beer. You can also visit onr of your local shop to grab all this stuff including a new kit. A quick Google search shows several in San Antonio, specifically in the northern and central parts of the city. Good luck, enjoy the hobby!