There may already be a Thread dedicated to this subject but if so, I can't find it!
The reason for me Posting this today is because:
One
I pre-heated the Mash Tun but forgot to close the tap before pouring the hot water into it. "Mop-up Time!" again, after a brief dance to avoid the hot water and close the tap. :whistle:
Two
I succeeded in reducing the brew time by splitting the wort into two containers to bring it up to the boil quicker. :thumb:
However, I managed to spill boiling wort over my hand when transferring the wort to the main boiler and I now have a red patch on my right hand where I managed to scald myself.
Nothing terribly serious but it did remind me of my Mum who responded to any self-inflicted injuries with ...
Anyway, here's a place where confessions and transgressions can be listed so that we may learn from each others stupidity! :thumb: :thumb:
The reason for me Posting this today is because:
One
I pre-heated the Mash Tun but forgot to close the tap before pouring the hot water into it. "Mop-up Time!" again, after a brief dance to avoid the hot water and close the tap. :whistle:
Two
I succeeded in reducing the brew time by splitting the wort into two containers to bring it up to the boil quicker. :thumb:
However, I managed to spill boiling wort over my hand when transferring the wort to the main boiler and I now have a red patch on my right hand where I managed to scald myself.
Nothing terribly serious but it did remind me of my Mum who responded to any self-inflicted injuries with ...
"It's only pain. It will go away eventually."
The word "eventually" always seemed ominous to me! :whistle:Anyway, here's a place where confessions and transgressions can be listed so that we may learn from each others stupidity! :thumb: :thumb: