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Ready to Bottle? Condensation in Carboy?

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Theheadsn

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Not sure if this is ready to bottle or not. Its a red irish ale, been fermenting at around 64 degrees (so probably around 68 inside the wort itself), and about 13 long now. Took about 2 days to get going, then died out visually after about 5-6. Just curious about the floaters still on the top of the beer. Was curious if I should just wait it out till they drop, or is it ok to bottle? I'm going to take a gravity reading in a few minutes, then check it again tomorrow. I know everyone gets paranoid their first time brewing, might as well ask the experts on here for some sage advice right. Also noticed there was some condensation? on the inside of the carboy, is that normal?..

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I am guessing that the condensation is from you removing it from the chamber (colder) and bringing out to room temperature (warmer). I think your beer looks fine. That looks residual Krausen to me.

If you can stand it let it sit until day 21 for bottling. Take your next gravity read on day 18 and day 21. This will let the yeast finish up any bi-products and you will have clearer better tasting beer than if you were to bottle today. I now leave my beer in primary for a minimum of 21 days, and some as long as 56.
 

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