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Homebrewing beer. Any Brewmasters here?
Posted on 4/12/12 at 12:10 pm
Posted on 4/12/12 at 12:10 pm
I just ordered a Homebrew kit. I have always wanted to try making my own beer. I have read a ton up on it but I didn't know if there were a few people here that also homebrewed. Just thought it would be beneficial to chat with some people who have done this before. TIA.
First attempt is gonna be an Autumn Amber 5gal kit from Midwest Supplies.
First attempt is gonna be an Autumn Amber 5gal kit from Midwest Supplies.
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Posted on 4/12/12 at 12:11 pm to SouthOfSouth
There's a pretty good group of brewers on here.
I do extract brewing, maybe 10 or so batches total now, not nearly as advanced as others on here.
I do extract brewing, maybe 10 or so batches total now, not nearly as advanced as others on here.
Posted on 4/12/12 at 12:12 pm to LSUBoo
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do extract brewing, maybe 10 or so batches total now, not nearly as advanced as others on here.
Im gonna start with this but I plan on moving to full out all-grain brews as soon as I feel comfortable.
Posted on 4/12/12 at 12:15 pm to SouthOfSouth
I want to move to all grain soon... it's a matter of space more than anything. I've done a few all-grain batches with others on here and it's not too complicated.
Posted on 4/12/12 at 12:18 pm to SouthOfSouth
There is a bunch of us on here. Just post questions and I'm sure you'll get answers. First, buy Star San sanitizer and use that to sanitize everything post boil. Its made specifically for brewing beer and leaves no taste so you don't have to rinse it off stuff. Second, go read "How to Brew" by John Palmer. Its online for free. It gets very technical but also has basic info for newbies. Third, start saving beer bottles. Rinse them out as soon as you finish a beer.
Posted on 4/12/12 at 12:39 pm to Zappas Stache
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Third, start saving beer bottles. Rinse them out as soon as you finish a beer.
Thanks for the advise. I got a kegging system to hopefully cut down on this, but I am thinking about getting a counter pressure filler so I can empty leftover keg beer into bottles when my next batch would be ready. Ill need bottles for that for sure.
Posted on 4/12/12 at 12:41 pm to SouthOfSouth
I brew beer.
7 batches under my belt.
7 batches under my belt.
Posted on 4/12/12 at 12:43 pm to SouthOfSouth
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I got a kegging system to hopefully cut down on this,
Damn. You're just starting and you already of a keg system. OT Beer Balla status.
Posted on 4/12/12 at 12:47 pm to Zappas Stache
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Damn. You're just starting and you already of a keg system. OT Beer Balla status.
I read enough blogs and such to know that if I really want to do this not to skimp too much. I love beer and I thought it would be a great hobby. I just started my first salary type career job (only 24) and have enough friends that want to partake that I thought kegging it up and having a party for each brew would be a ton of fun. Plus carbonating takes much less time with the Keg.
Posted on 4/12/12 at 12:47 pm to SouthOfSouth
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just ordered a Homebrew kit. I have always wanted to try making my own beer. I have read a ton up on it but I didn't know if there were a few people here that also homebrewed. Just thought it would be beneficial to chat with some people who have done this before. TIA.
Welcome to the hobby. Have you looked into the homebrew clubs in town? (assuming you are in BTR) Those are always good spots to chat with people who are engrossed in the hobby.
Watching someone else brewing has always been the way I have learned how to get better at brewing.
Posted on 4/12/12 at 12:52 pm to SouthOfSouth
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I just ordered a Homebrew kit.
I have a nice one I'm looking for someone to come get just to get out of my way
Posted on 4/12/12 at 12:55 pm to Fratastic423
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Watching someone else brewing has always been the way I have learned how to get better at brewing.
Absolutely.
Star-san for sure.
Full size pot and burner helps a ton too.
Keeping the carboy in the 60's temp range is also very helpful if possible.
Posted on 4/12/12 at 12:56 pm to yellowfin
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I have a nice one I'm looking for someone to come get just to get out of my way
I'm on my way...
actually tetu probably lives closer, but I'll take it if you don't want it.
This post was edited on 4/12/12 at 12:57 pm
Posted on 4/12/12 at 12:59 pm to Fratastic423
I brew. 7 batches brewed. All extract at the moment. Just bought a 9 gallon brew pot with brewmometer and ball valve. So i can now brew full volume boils, and eventually go to kegging.
ETA: Self taught, with the help of Palmer's How To Brew, the guys here on the board, and www.homebrewtalk.com
ETA: Self taught, with the help of Palmer's How To Brew, the guys here on the board, and www.homebrewtalk.com
This post was edited on 4/12/12 at 1:00 pm
Posted on 4/12/12 at 12:59 pm to s14suspense
Im still working on what to do about a kettle. I have a big gumbo pot I was planning on using for now but Im still not sure on what I need cause I havent seen the process enough.
Posted on 4/12/12 at 1:01 pm to Fratastic423
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Welcome to the hobby. Have you looked into the homebrew clubs in town? (assuming you are in BTR) Those are always good spots to chat with people who are engrossed in the hobby.
I haven't heard of these. Sound interesting. I dont have a ton of time right now cause I am full time working and studying for the CFA lvl 2 but I wanted something to look forward to...
Posted on 4/12/12 at 1:01 pm to s14suspense
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actually tetu probably lives closer, but I'll take it if you don't want it.
email me
chubbychicksoftheot@yahoo.com
this is what I have:
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Posted on 4/12/12 at 1:01 pm to SouthOfSouth
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Im still working on what to do about a kettle. I have a big gumbo pot I was planning on using for now but Im still not sure on what I need cause I havent seen the process enough.
Well if you want to start off with partial boils volumes, go to scandina's restaurant supply. They have 5 gallon pots, both Stainless and Aluminum. I've been using a 5 gallon aluminum so far. No scorching issues. I believe they have larger pots as well. Good price.
Posted on 4/12/12 at 1:02 pm to SouthOfSouth
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I'm still working on what to do about a kettle. I have a big gumbo pot I was planning on using for now but I'm still not sure on what I need cause I haven't seen the process enough.
Aluminum or Stainless pot work. Preferably 6-7 gallons or more but a smaller pot can work too, just have to add water into the fermenter in addition to your wort.
Posted on 4/12/12 at 1:07 pm to s14suspense
Yea I wont go less than 8gal. Dont want a spillover. Im already dreading the thought and I havent even started brewing yet.
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