Recent content by estrnc

Thanks all, will most likely bottle this and leave it for a while! Cheers Chris

Hi Bigcol, You're right. Their recipe builder states 17.85 for the Magnum, seems like an error there. It definitely feels higher than 46.94. Thanks for your help Chris

I did indeed modify the default values, as you say they can vary a fair bit. What I think may have happened is that I've just used too much high AA hops late in the boil (vic secret and galaxy, pretty much 100g in the last few mins) and not considered that this may happen. I'm probably...

Yep all as expected. I also doubted the efficiency level, but for the amount of grain I put in I hit my target numbers Cheers

Hi guys, wondering if you can help me track down why my latest batch came out so bitter. This was meant to be an IPA with an IBU in the range of 35, however upon tasting it, it is so bitter it's unpalatable. Definitely tastes like twice that if not more. I used Magnum for bittering (see recipe...

Now sold! Cheers

Hi folks, Selling my pressure keg and Hambleton Bard S30 Co2 (Soda stream style) cylinder which is 2/3rds full, with all fittings ready to use. This will also come with a sparkler tap too as the ones that come with them aren't very good! Looking for £30 for this setup. Based in Penicuik...

I'm hoping to progress on to some of my own recipes soon, just using their kits to get to grips with AG. Definitely takes the guesswork away initially. I know what you mean though, your own recipe would defintely be more satisfying to brew. The guys in the shop did say they can cast an eye over...

I just picked the same kit up from the Brewstore last weekend, looking forward to getting it going! The all grain kits they do seem like a good way to get into it without too much guesswork... I've done the Citra pale ale (Jarl clone) and the California Common one (Steam clone), nice beers :thumb:

This has now been sold :thumb:

Hi folks, I've just upgraded my equipment and looking to sell my 32L mash tun if anyone is interested? It's a converted thermos coolbox with 1/2" ball valve and T Piece strainer. Looking for £30 but open to offers. I'm based in Penicuik just outside Edinburgh. Cheers! Chris