Recent content by bill_j_smith

Hi I am new to the idea of home brewing so if I offend with this post, forgive. I have tried a batch of Elderflower Beer - a simple recipe but one that calls for a slice of rye bread to be added to the bin before bottling (leave it in the bin for a few days). I have gone to the bin today...

Hi Does anyone know of a eco-friendly sterilization method for fermenting bins? I was thinking of boiling water but its not 100% going to get all areas of the bin. I ask because I have a septic tank and the stuff I bought from a brewing shop kills all kinds of things. Regards Bill