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Re: Home brewing Tue, 18 January 2005 20:07 Go to previous messageGo to previous message
Hi,

I have found that between 22 and 26 degrees is fine for brewing. It can vary between those temps without any probs. Too low temp and it takes too long to ferment and the beer is sorta flat, too high and the brew ferments too quick and seems to lack taste.

I find it easier to brew in the cooler winter months and I use a temp controlled plate, that is sold at brewing shops, that will maintain 22 degrees. Also, this gives you time to get a batch or two done and have it fermented in the bottles for 6-8weeks and they're ready to drink when the hot summer comes along.

I brew my stuff in my downstairs workshop, which is partially under the house. It's best to keep it dark - that is, no direct sunlight on the vat while its fermenting. Also, down there the temp is more stable.

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