Smashington, I added a price... 2009 hops might not have optimal alpha acids since it degrades over time even when stored under perfect conditions... I was hoping someone might want these since they are so cheap. Would be willing to take a loss on it just to get it out of my freezer.
I mistakenly bought a brick of organic hops from http://www.breworganic.com/kent-goldings-whole-hops-5-lb-brick.aspx.
I say mistakenly because I didn't realize they were 2009 crop... 14$ a pound or Best Offer, I have a vacuum sealer and will vacuum seal them before shipping to you.
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Liquid yeast is great for the sheer variety that is offered. There are also far less yeast cells which force you to either make a yeast starter, or buy several vials of yeast which is expensive. Dry yeast on the other hand is much cheaper, many more yeast cells, but not as much variety.
I usually make a 4L starter for a 5 gallon batch. There are two schools of thought on lager starter fermentation temps. One is to ferment at room temp. This will allow for faster growth, so 2 days prior to brew day is feasible. The other is to ferment at cold (the same temp as the temp you...