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I crush a whole tablet and add it to 6 gals of tap water. It's overkill, I know, but Palmer said it's okay to use a whole tab and I'm a good little disciple. :fro:

My first brew had a slightly astringent taste, so when I ordered the ingredients for my next batch I also ordered Campden tablets. I've continued to use them ever since and the astringency has never returned, however, if you're using water that is free of chlorine/chloramine then this probably...

Yay, Schmaffy! :mug:

Then I think you're totally good, my friend, and just seeing some normal lag time. The 4° difference in temp is fine, IMHO.

I had a great post prepared but then realized that TexasWine had already made it. :) +1 for a bigger pot, nix the bottle washer, brush, and handle. With approximately the same budget you can get everything you actually need plus a larger pot (8-10 gal).

I vote for RDWHAHB as it sounds like you have the bases covered. Did you sprinkle the yeast in dry or rehydrate?

Welcome to your new obsession, pal! :tank:

I agree with brewbama. Get 2-3 kits under your belt and then you'll feel more confident following recipes.

No, Star San is a high foaming, acid anionic, no-rinse sanitizer. As long as you diluted it properly you will have no issues. Check out the following video for further information:

Right, plus you can squeeze them to test for carb pressure during conditioning.

Welcome fellow SoCal home brewer! :mug:

"Red haired hop sniffer!" Tell hubby we're all jealous. :) Cheers, Rick

No biggie in any case, as the yeast will turn diluted Star San solution into yeast nutrients. Good luck, Rick

+1 I love mine! 6.5 gal Big Mouth Bubbler

Don't feel silly unless you WEREN'T drinking at the time. :tank: