Just started using pellet hops (got cheaper in bulk online) but am struggling to keep the majority out of the fermenter. I have one of those screens on the inside of my kettle ball valve, but that doesn't stop much hop sludge from the pellets from getting through.
What is your method for keeping the sludge out? I have tried the little tea bag things that you iron shut, but they are a pain and mostly explode in kettle anyways. Any good experiences with these?
Should I let it settle after I cool the wort down so it will be below the valve? How long are we talking? Usually I am pretty tired and want to get it in the fermenter asap to reduce risk of foreign materials/infection getting in.
Thanks guys, brew on!
What is your method for keeping the sludge out? I have tried the little tea bag things that you iron shut, but they are a pain and mostly explode in kettle anyways. Any good experiences with these?
Should I let it settle after I cool the wort down so it will be below the valve? How long are we talking? Usually I am pretty tired and want to get it in the fermenter asap to reduce risk of foreign materials/infection getting in.
Thanks guys, brew on!