New to Homebrewing

Discussion in 'Homebrewing' started by Oktoberfist, Feb 5, 2016.

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  1. PapaGoose03

    PapaGoose03 Grand High Pooh-Bah (6,057) May 30, 2005 Michigan
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    You brewed a DIPA and fermented on the trub, so you likely are getting a little extra bitterness from all of the hops. Most beers at the time of bottling will have a bit of a rough or raw taste, so don't worry that your's doesn't taste so great right now. I personally think that IPAs (and DIPAs) are harsh tasting shortly after bottling and need 2-3 weeks to begin to reach their best flavor. Your's may take a little longer for the hops to mellow, so this will be an educational experience for you to note the progression of flavors as you drink your beers. Check one after 10 days of bottle conditioning to see if the carbonation is progressing okay, and if so, continue noting the improvement as each bottle is opened.
     
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  2. Oktoberfist

    Oktoberfist Initiate (0) Nov 26, 2014 Pennsylvania

    Thank you much. You've been very helpful thus far.
     
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  3. Oktoberfist

    Oktoberfist Initiate (0) Nov 26, 2014 Pennsylvania

    So, I officially have the homebrew itch. Brewed a Porter last night, which I plan to add coffee to. Probably going to get some more equipment, so I can have a few batches fermenting at a time.
     
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  4. Hossjob

    Hossjob Initiate (0) Jun 13, 2014

    My 2nd batch was small and with extract and I did it in my kitchen on my stove. Only problem was when I was done my stove/range went into (protection) mode bc it was so hot for so long.
     
  5. PapaGoose03

    PapaGoose03 Grand High Pooh-Bah (6,057) May 30, 2005 Michigan
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    It sounds like you are relegated to brewing small batches until you can brew outdoors with a gas burner. If your brewing is stressing your stove, you may want to cut down the size of what you are brewing and then top off with some boiled and cooled water after your brew session. This procedure is not ideal, but it really doesn't affect your beer too much. Just don't ruin your stove so that you can't brew at all. :slight_smile:
     
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