Recent content by Reneauj62

Hello all, I have a question about diacetyl. Three days ago I brewed up a pilsner and it is in the refridgerator at 54F degrees and is fermenting away. I also have an Ale in a separate fridge and is fermenting at 67F degrees. Problem is, I have been called out of town and will be gone up to two...

I washed my yeast once... that was enough for me. I have found that overbuilding your yeast is so much better. It is faster, less effort, less cleanup, and practically zero chance of contamination. Also, your yeast won't pick up any flavors (off flavors) from your previous brews.... so, if you...

What I think most people may not have forethought on this. They are looking at only THIS batch and not future batches (or Insurance)... I live in a small town and have no HB Shop within 80 miles and I often brew on the spur of the moment when time becomes available. I always use a starter for...

Here's the lowdown.. Tri-clamps are a pain in the ass to use until you get the hang of it. But, the Tr-clamps are 5 times better than butterfly valves (and less expensive) and 10 times better than screw-on connectors. The Tri-clamps are faster, more secure, less likely to leak, and a whole lot...

I have heard a lot of people try to explain the reasoning behind Mash out, some ridiculous. But, your explanation is the best one I have heard. Thanks

Mine has always clicked very loudly but, is still working fine as far as cooling .

I wonder if that would work with my wife......??

I have never been so frustrated than I became when using Duotight connectors. Loss of CO2 pressure and beer everywhen in kegerator, especially in those hard to reach areas. Then, on Amazon I bought Blue Clip For Locking Quick Connect Fittings 1/4" and 3/8" in Water Filter/RO System- 100 pack...

Very good, welcome to the community, and Happy Brewing. Remember, Relax, don't worry, have a home brew. Everything is going to be okay! RDWHAHB!

I looked into the Clawhammer and found that while it looks cool, the basket design is inherently flawed. I am of the species that likes to sparge so, no BIAB will be sufficient. As you grow a s a brewer you will eventually want to sparge, IMHO. I went from an original Grainfather G30 (110v...

My vote would be the beef I have with Yakima Valley Hops. I have a subscription with them when ever quarter I get a box of various hops. The delays are unacceptable. They charged my card on September 15th and as of today, October 7, it is still unfulfilled. Last time, it took the 7 weeks to get...

I haven't gotten it yest, just been eyeing them.

I have always been told to stay away from Brown Hops

Boo hiss on Yakima Valley Hops. I love their hops bit, their customer service sucks sucks sucks. I ordered from them September 1st, the took the money out of my account on September 15th. Today is October 5th and it still says "Unfulfilled". This is a common theme with them... Last time I...