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I was experiencing the same issue. Switched to using RO water and the Water Primer, so far my beers have been a lot better. I'm no expert but perhaps it was my water which is high in alkalinity, even bringing the PH down to proper levels I would get a harsh finish which like you described was...

I hope the pic works this time.

I looked at a lot of the eBIAB systems and did come across the Unibrau. I chose the HG system because they have a 120V option which makes it easy for me to brew pretty much anywhere, I only plan on making 5g batches and wanted a better pump for a whirlpool chiller (also an option on the Unibrau...

Is electric an option? Gas would make the build a bit more complicated. A Blichman boilcoil on a controller has worked great for me.

I've been brewing with the High Gravity eBIAB system. I notice the darker dust like foam and have foam during the mash due to the sprayer head on the lid. I was concerned about possible issues with head retention but all my beers with the system have come out great. Make sure you're using a good...

Hey guys, Hoping someone can clarify something for me. I was shopping for bulk grains and founds Rahr 2-row for $39.99 at my local Whole Foods. They had a BSG branded 50 lb bag and a non BSG 25 kg (55 lb) bag. Both labeled American 2-row both the same price. Well I grabbed the 25 Kg bag and...

Just commented on the Kickstarted page if etched volume marks could be an option. It's the one "feature" I really like on my cooler mashtun.

Glad to see that this project was fully funded!

I just backed the project for a 10 gallon mashtun. They are close to meeting their goal, less than 3k to go!

Went from 65% to 80% when I bought my MM 2. I just set it to the thickness of my credit card.

PMs replied. If anyone is interested in both I can do $95 bucks for both and I'll pick up shipping.

I do 3 gallon batches on the stove top with an 8 gallon kettle BIAB and my 5 + gallon batches using a cooler and a 15 gallon pot. Both beers come out the same but I do have to adjust mash ph a bit more with the BIAB batches. Not sure why, ph buffering perhaps? Either way, both ways have their...

Winner! Buying my own mill has helped with efficiency and consistency not to mention the $ you save buying grains in bulk.

Turned out great! It was good pretty much right out of the fermenter but after a few weeks in the keg it really rounded out. I have relatively hard(ish) water so I just carbon filtered and added some calcium chloride and gypsum to my mash. I only used a small amount of lactic acid to get the...

I have a Racer 5 clone fermenting away right now. Almost exactly the same recipe. I mashed at 150 for 60 mins, no step. The water to use will really depends on your system/equipment. Over a few batches you will dial it in. Start with some software and tweak it until you are consistent. Even if...