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Homebrew Competitions / Re: East West Rivalry?

« on: April 28, 2013, 06:44:27 AM »

Sheet!  I usually judge that competition but I can't make it this year.  Wanted to give you some good judging! ; )  Does Brian know to expect them?  Although entries were due yesterday.

How did this get started?

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General Homebrew Discussion / Re: Scoresheet comment... Inappropriate?

« on: April 27, 2013, 05:59:53 AM »

This is from "How To Judge Beer" on the BJCP site:  "First off, avoid negative comments."  And "Diplomacy is a valuable skill as a beer judge."

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Yeast and Fermentation / Re: Need a big SS fermenter?

« on: April 20, 2013, 08:20:49 PM »

Hmm, 2 barrel system for only $2100?  Do they deliver?

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Kegging and Bottling / Re: Beverage line length ?

« on: April 20, 2013, 08:18:08 PM »

How do you carbonate the kegs?

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All Grain Brewing / Re: Whirlpooling

« on: April 20, 2013, 08:36:44 AM »

Yep, the cold trub doesn't settle as well.

I give it a good swirl with my brewing paddle and then let it settle for at least 15 minutes.  Then draw off from the side of the kettle.

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General Homebrew Discussion / Re: Second thoughts on brewing

« on: April 19, 2013, 08:28:33 PM »

You can do a "partial boil" by boiling in the biggest pot you have and then topping up with water.  Your NG stove will be much cheaper than a propane burner.  And SWMBO will learn to appreciate your fine brew and its wonderful aromas throughout its process.

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Ingredients / Re: Wyeast Nutrient Blend how much to use?

« on: April 17, 2013, 11:36:46 AM »

I add a pinch to my starters and still add 1/2 tsp to my wort.

+1 Ditto

I knew a couple brewers who did that and were consumed by their own ravenous mutated giant yeast.

Wasn't there a movie about that? 

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Events / NHC full pass wanted - last minute ok

« on: April 17, 2013, 05:06:02 AM »

Howdy,  I have a full pass, but my friend in Philly could only get a social pass.  He's already got the time off and would love to get a full pass, last minute even.
Cheers, Tom

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The Pub / Re: automatic tip

« on: April 15, 2013, 04:14:10 PM »

Now, whenever they don't bring the itemized receipt back I ask for it again.

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Equipment and Software / Re: Something to help with lifting

« on: April 08, 2013, 05:05:39 PM »

brew buddy

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The Pub / Re: I'm honored

« on: April 06, 2013, 08:08:35 AM »

Do we have to kiss your ring?   

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Kegging and Bottling / Re: Stuck Post

« on: April 05, 2013, 06:09:05 AM »

I also use different color O-rings for each side.  Black for beer, green for gas.

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General Homebrew Discussion / Re: mash temp for belgian blond?

« on: April 04, 2013, 07:06:47 PM »

+3 on a low mash temp.  Around 10+% sugar, the rest pilsner malt.  I like WLP 550.

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General Homebrew Discussion / Re: Brett in Berlinner?

« on: April 03, 2013, 07:13:27 AM »

Is there brett on barley and wheat malts?  I do a sour mash with crushed malt and seem to get a little Brett.

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General Homebrew Discussion / Re: recommended homebrew shops in CO.

« on: March 28, 2013, 08:09:36 PM »

And the KROC homebrew club is in Broomield or the Hop, Barley and the Alers are in Boulder.