I covered that in the OP.
I'm not suggesting we all throw out our hydrometers. They are the most accurate measure of fermentation.
What I am suggesting is that telling newbs that you can't judge fermentation by airlock activity is misleading.
If I go downstairs and check my...
Some say that you shouldn't gauge fermentation activity by how fast your airlock is bubbling.
My argument to the contrary:
I absolutely use the airlock as a gauge. Every time I brew, I will check the airlocks the next day for activity. If they are happily bubbling away, I know that I have...
You'll have to forgive Revvy. Every time someone mentions airlocks he experiences severe headaches until he writes a long explanation about how airlocks aren't gauges.
Yes, hydrometer readings are the end-all when it comes to determining how your fermentation is doing. That said, the...
Here here well said Bruce. Though I suspect the person that I direct this comment at won't notice. He'll just go on being condescending to new brewers and rude to anyone who dares ask a question, all to the benefit of his ridiculously high post count.
Oh and Orfy, you have a very nice...
Okay, this is related to the other thread, but a slightly different topic.
Several have mentioned combining the LHBS with a premium Wine and Beer shop.
I of course have my favorites, but what are some brands of beer and wine that you love, but never seem to find anywhere?
I must admit...
Thanks everyone for the encouragement, and criticisms.
Please keep it coming.
Fortunately, my overhead will be fairly cheap. I'll only be paying $500/month for 800 sq ft + the stone cellar. In looking into wholesalers, most require a physical storefront. I do think internet will have...
Okay, I'm giving some very serious consideration to opening up a homebrew supply shop in Excelsior Springs, MO.
I have some capital, I shouldn't have to borrow. I have found a storefront for a very reasonable amount of rent in a 100 year old building in our historic downtown district. The...
First off: You made delicious beer come out my nose.
Second, if I had any kids, I'd let them drink with your kids.
Third, and most important: Is your recomendation on the Cascade for a 10 gallon batch, or a 5 gallon batch? I'm on vacation right now and I hope to brew this guy this...
So I made this one with the afore mentioned Czech Saaz, along with some regular ol' Saaz to match your IBU's. I can't recall the exact figures, and I don't have my notebook handy at this moment, but it turned out marvelous. This stuff is retardedly easy drinking. I yielded about 12 gallons...