Recent content by SaintKel

Typically with lagers I put them up to 15c as soon as I see them drop under 1.020. Usually let it sit at that until it hits FG.

Saw a new 2019 water report was out for Anglian water so entered my postcode and it’s pretty much the same as the previous one. I thought I would do some tests anyway so I can make up water profiles for BeerSmith. Idea was I would do percentages of tap and RO making up to a litre and add CRS in...

You have approx 25 years on me but I can’t get enough of the technical side. Enjoy yeast ranching, water chemistry, building out recipes with an idea in mind. That said, I can see that an obsession on numbers could take some of the fun out of it. Listening to BeerSmith podcasts at the moment and...

I thought the 3v would take up 2.5k plus, not saying it’s a good idea mind you.

Sounds like you have been busy! If you want to swap anything when you get back let me know, might have one you haven’t got! Have a good holiday

I have some yeasts to swap, quite a few from Brewlab, they don’t seem to do them anymore. They’re on slants which I’ve made. Think they’re ok but I’ll test and remaster before sending to make sure. Can put a list together if you’re still keen. Don’t have the San Diego one though..

I wish I hadn’t seen the BrewTools gear, ignorance was bliss. I think the golf analogy is a good one, all that Ping equipment and then you are still looking at big money for yearly subs. If you are into your brewing and fancy it why not. Compare it to those SSBrewTech e setups to make the price...

I use BeerSmith and then print out the recipe so I have a hard copy also. I update BeerSmith Notes during fermentation etc so any useful info is saved.

With pictures

My old one broke so bought a cheap one https://ao.com/product/mtl55242-fridgemaster-fridge-white-69801-30.aspx Easy to convert, got a CO2 pipe through the drip hole at the back and drilled through the front for shanks. Made a stand for the kegs to sit on. Plus a few bits of wood on the front to...

I usually taste test malt but I spat this one out!

I think it’s the easiest way, I have an RO filter still but for 3:50 for 25 litres it’s an easy decision.

Personally wouldn’t bother with an RO filter, used to take me approx 45 mins- 1 hr to get 25 litres and approx 75 litres waste. Local fish shop sells it at £3:50 for 25 litres. Used to strip a 450 ppm hardness down to single figures so does do the job if you’re up for the hassle/waste.

Think everything has been upgraded applications wise. The Facebook Grainfather group has lots of reports of issues. It’s not gone down well to say the least. Apparently on a delayed heat it goes straight passed your mash in temp and boils the water! People have woke up to no water and a tripped...