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Equipment and Software / Re: Re: Those little red cans of Oxygen
« on: May 18, 2013, 07:57:06 AM »
Or just stay away from oxygen all together.
By doing what?
I gave up on the PITA of oxygen and use a Mix Stir now.
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I gave up on the PITA of oxygen and use a Mix Stir now.
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Homebrew Competitions / Re: Joel's Ride - Homebrew Competition for Charity - June 2, 2013
« on: May 16, 2013, 10:25:02 AM »
Thank you all for your entries!
The entry deadline is May 22nd, next Wednesday.
Prizes include a refractometer from local supplier Grain to Glass http://graintoglass.biz/, custom mash paddles (below) and other AHA swag.
Cheers!
The entry deadline is May 22nd, next Wednesday.
Prizes include a refractometer from local supplier Grain to Glass http://graintoglass.biz/, custom mash paddles (below) and other AHA swag.
Cheers!
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The Pub / Re: NTSB Recommends 0.05% BAC Limit
« on: May 15, 2013, 12:04:31 PM »
Does anyone here even have a legitimate breathalyzer?
I bought one a few years ago to keep myself safe and legal and I was absolutely surprised at where 0.08 was. Sometimes it's two beers, usually three session beers and it's even been one IIPA on an empty stomach. Point is, when you're drinking you usually underestimate your true level.
I bought one a few years ago to keep myself safe and legal and I was absolutely surprised at where 0.08 was. Sometimes it's two beers, usually three session beers and it's even been one IIPA on an empty stomach. Point is, when you're drinking you usually underestimate your true level.
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Kegging and Bottling / Re: Re: Pin lock VS Ball Lock
« on: May 12, 2013, 06:36:09 AM »I stopped by "The Home Brewery" in Springfield MO today. I wanted to pick up a few more ball lock kegs. The 12 I have are full. They used to sell them (Last Fall) for $35. Today, they were $49.99 and really beat up. I didn't buy any because I thought it was crazy to pay for kegs that looked like they were in a tornado. The owner's wife told me that most people will have to switch to pin lock because that is all they can find now. So why is that?
Steve, I think it's just supply/demand. Ball locks seemed to be the first choice for homebrewers, and now that Pepsi doesn't use them anymore, the supply is just drying up. When I first started only 3 years ago, you could find them on Craigslist all day long for $25-30. Now people want $50 for them.
You know what that means? Time to stock up!
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Equipment and Software / Re: Re: pH Meter
« on: May 12, 2013, 06:30:52 AM »I had assumed the mw101 was the new version. its getting some crappy reviews on amazon. dunno if its rivals talking poorly about someone elses gear. all the pH meters seem to have a 5050 feedback
Last time I read those reviews, the negative ones seemed to be mostly complaining about maintaining regimens or life of the electrode. From what I understand, this is normal in all pH meters.
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Commercial Beer Reviews / Re: Tank #7
« on: May 11, 2013, 08:30:15 AM »Saison Brett is also great - I love a touch of brett in my simple saisons!
Saison-Brett is hands down my favorite beer. I hoard it. Once the 2013 comes out, I'll have a four year vertical tasting.
Tank 7 is just a all around great beer. I'm lucky to live in KC where it's on tap and nearly every bar in town. Well, every bar I go to.
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Commercial Beer Reviews / Re: Let's talk southern tier
« on: May 11, 2013, 08:25:39 AM »But, regarding southern tier, once they start going off the beaten path, it gets too sweet and usually not drinkable.
my thoughts exactly. Not a fan.
Same here. Like narvin said, I'll take a Green Flash for a hoppy/bitter beer over ST any day. Their beers are just "too much". I like to be able to enjoy my beers, not be either drowned in sweetness or punched in the mouth with a ridiculous amount of over the top flavors.
But if I'm not drinking them, there's more for you all!
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Equipment and Software / Re: pH Meter
« on: May 08, 2013, 06:33:29 AM »
http://braukaiser.com/wiki/index.php?title=PH_Meter_Buying_Guide
I think this is the resource you might be looking for. Kai is quite helpful, and would suggest his three part series on understanding pH on that same website.
I think this is the resource you might be looking for. Kai is quite helpful, and would suggest his three part series on understanding pH on that same website.
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General Homebrew Discussion / Re: A simple way to organize boil additions
« on: May 07, 2013, 08:27:02 AM »
I just fly by the seat of my pants and measure them out right before I need them. Surely I can't be the only one!
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General Homebrew Discussion / Re: Re: WLP565 What a monster
« on: May 07, 2013, 05:11:57 AM »Well I guess my question is, brett character aside. Will it be drinkable by August? Or would I better better of brewing one minus the brett and letting the brett saison age?
Two data points: the Saison Brett I did used only bottle dregs from Boulevards Saison Brett copitched with 3724. It has always been pleasant and drinkable, but has changed in character, going from WY3724 only to a bit funky to full on Blvd Saison Brett tartness and funk in 7-8 months.
I've also pitched a smack pack of Brett Lamibicus into a mostly (1.026) fermented BDSA. For a while, it tasted like dirt, then a leather glove, then I didn't drink it for a year. Now, it's so good that it's one of my prized possessions.
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General Homebrew Discussion / Re: WLP565 What a monster
« on: May 06, 2013, 09:07:21 AM »I do actually have one question tho. I tossed my brett b in when it hit 1.010 so the brett had some fermentable to chomp at. How long does it usually take for the brett character to show up?
Depends on a lot of factors. Pitch rate, temps, etc. As a data point, I have a Saison-Brett that took 7-8 months to really get good. For the first 3 months, the Brett was not noticeable.
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Kegging and Bottling / Re: Bottling from a keg
« on: May 06, 2013, 08:55:57 AM »
I used to have a counter pressure filler. I now have a Beer Gun. The counter pressure filler is difficult to use (you almost need 3 hands). The Beer Gun is much simpler and more intuitive.
That being said, I haven't used the Beer Gun in a year now - I just bottle with my spring loaded bottle filler shoved up a Perlick. I only bottle to send to a competition, so aging isn't a concern. I've only kept the Beer Gun if I ever want to age something so I can purge the bottle with CO2.
That being said, I haven't used the Beer Gun in a year now - I just bottle with my spring loaded bottle filler shoved up a Perlick. I only bottle to send to a competition, so aging isn't a concern. I've only kept the Beer Gun if I ever want to age something so I can purge the bottle with CO2.
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Going Pro / Re: Logo Feedback
« on: May 05, 2013, 07:30:49 AM »
I think the OP should look at Predator Wines logo. Some of these he presented look exactly like their logo.
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Extract/Partial Mash Brewing / Re: Temp for cooler wort to get racked
« on: May 04, 2013, 12:49:40 PM »
Ignore that advice and take a temperature reading. I like to pitch at the temperature I'm fermenting at.
And yes, Stansan your thermometer.
And yes, Stansan your thermometer.
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General Homebrew Discussion / Re: Cidery Taste in Biere de Mars
« on: May 02, 2013, 11:09:51 AM »Copy that. So what if I ran my lager at 50 till it was done, then 72 for a few days before dropping to lager temps?
Exactly.