Recent content by Thomas John

You are betting against the house. While there are several questionable 'fixes' to your issue, to be 'safe' -- scrap it. Reconditioned kegs are inexpensive and available. Spend the money.--- .And buy a container of PBW (powdered brewers wash)

that was suposed to read 'Braggot'. Oops, my bad... first tme with this!

Making for 1st time. As this is not quite mead nor beer... tell me of your brewing experience.... times rackng, wait time to bottling ... yeast used ...etc.

Pitching it for a starter you could do. Frankly, I'd toss it for something with a 1+year out start date. My time is worth more. I promise no one will admonish you.

I have only been brewing for @ 4+ years. I've noticed 2 'schools of thought'. One says that more is better. Like people who can't resist pushing buttons, they would throw in the kitchen sink if they could. Remember KISS - I say "if it ain't broken, don't fix it, or you'll fix it till it is...

Need help translating what you 'put out'. What volume does .5 oz relate to? The most common batch size is 5 gallons, i.e. 20 quarts.

Re slow leaks from your 5 gallon corny keg -- ... had the same issue - which I solved by adding a thin coating of food-grade grease. When installing the lid, hold the center part and bring it upward to seat, being very careful to keep it level- or parallel with the top portion of the c.k...