XOmegaX76 (April 19, 2008 at 3:25 am)

Quick couple of questions for you.What kind of DME was that and how many pounds did you use? I use Pilsen Light for all of my brews and steep 1lb of crystal malt(for the flavor) w/ about 1-1/2 cups of roasted malt(for darkening). I tend to enjoy O.G. brews of about 1.045-1.050Great video, too! :)

BobbyFromNJ (December 13, 2007 at 8:21 pm)

I don't know that I'd use a liquid lager yeast without making a starter. The cell count is just so low especially for a cold pitch. I don't think anyone would suggest making starters with dry yeast though. 11.5 grams in 5 gallons is PLENTY of yeast.

oldpappymgellianthet (December 13, 2007 at 5:35 pm)

I just pitch dry yeast and it starts bubbling in only a few hours. I can't see the reason for making a starter, seems like more possibility for contamination. I'm going to do an Oktoberfest with liquid yeast for the first time. We'll see how that turns out, its only my second all-grain.

egautreaux (December 4, 2007 at 11:25 am)

FINALLY someone that pronounces wort correctly. Looks like you know what youre doing too. Great job. I've got an LME robust porter in my primary right now.

BobbyFromNJ (November 2, 2007 at 6:09 pm)

True, I'd never put $12 worth of yeast in a 5 gallon batch but he seems to be happy with the results.I use dry yeasts 90% of the time, no starters. Other than that, I've only pitched slurries that people have donated. I've gotten yeast from local brewpubs (there are 3 within 10 miles of me). When I get tired of the styles that dry yeasts are suitable for, I'll get a flask and start making starters.

OPE08 (November 2, 2007 at 5:43 pm)

Bobby? What about yeast starters? Do you use them, and if yes, whats your process?Chis knights "double smack-pack" idea seems wastefull

homicidalmunky66 (August 19, 2007 at 7:48 am)

aight i just got a true brew set...its not 6 gallons but its five n i got a starter continental light beer pack... any suggestions?

BobbyFromNJ (August 11, 2007 at 1:00 pm)

I won't knock you for starting cheap but as someone who also started with a Mr Beer-like kit, it's actually more expensive that way because you'll never use any part of that kit again after you grab a 6 gallon bucket. Just keep in mind, the beer you'll make at first is not going to be very good. Don't get discouraged. Pick up a beginner 5 gallon kit. The two essential items are carboy fermenter and a bottling bucket. I'd recommend a 6 gallon "better bottle" for about $20.

homicidalmunky66 (August 11, 2007 at 8:36 am)

kool koool koool, i actually just got a really cheap mr. beer to start off my brewing. i Know it's kinda cruddy but, i need practice before i get my own 5 gallon.

Hunny07652 (August 9, 2007 at 2:29 am)

It's actually a cardinal rule of brewing. I'm moderately paranoid compared to most. Anything that touches cool wort must be sanitized. Look for Starsan, Iodaphor, Onestep, etc.