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Thank you for your observation. I thought this forum was for discussing subjects related to equipment and sanitation.

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...

I just bought a sixer of it yesterday. I hope you are wrong. In addition to being a flavorful brown, it makes a wonderful reduction sauce.

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...

Soggy Buns Ale?

Likely you are correct. But a fella can dream can't he.

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...

I must admit, the location and price is a large reason for my daydream becoming a plan.

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...

I just picked up a lidless keg. If you buy a lot of these lids, I'll take on off of your hands for cost + shipping. PM if you are interested.

I just remembered that I promised a review on this guy a while back. Short version is this. This is an excellent stout. I love the note of chocolate. I've been drinking one or two with dinner every night since it's been ready. I'm going to have to brew some more soon. I think this...

Can I just mention that every time I ask you a question, you reply in less than 10 minutes? Seriously, you are just so stinkin' helpful. Thanks.

I've got a couple of ounces of Czech Saaz @ 2.3 AA, looking for a home. Do you think that it would work for this one? I'm thinking about brewing this one this weekend as my first 10 gallon batch.

Well, I just got back a couple of hours ago. Thanks Kent, for offering such a great service, and such low prices. Thanks Robert, for putting in an order, and helping defray my fuel bill. I'm set on base malt for some time to come, but I plan on repeating this trip next summer...

I just ordered two sacks tonight. I've got a guy named Robert in Marshall, MO who is in for 4 sacks. This is definite now. If anyone else is still interested, and there is any room on the pallet left, I'm only charging $5 per sack for fuel to bring it back to KC.