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  1. GaryR

    No, really...are Pilsner and 2-row really that different?

    From what I understand, these are base malts and there are differences in the finish as in crispness that is not as evident in two row due to the complexities, fermentability and other idiosyncrasies of the different malts. Just my two cents this morning..
  2. GaryR

    Does high abv prevent carbonation at bottling?

    I have just completed a "Wee Heavy" OG was 1.108 the final was 1.015. I do not bottle but force carb in a keg. However, from whom I have talked to, depending on the alcohol tolerance of the yeast (mine was WLP028 and can handle my ABV) the results should be the same for any kind of bottling you...
  3. GaryR

    First ever brew completed

    I did similar, however I started with extract brewing to get a feel for the process, trying different styles, hops, etc and now brewing my first high gravity Ale, a Wee Heavy Scotch Ale. I did a lot of research prior to brewing and in the process of building up a whole grain system. Do not...
  4. GaryR

    Wee Heavy Scotch Ale

    I just started my first Scotch Ale, OG is 1.108 (target was 1.105) using WLP028 pitched at 70 degrees, fermentation was robust started in about 8 - 10 yours, temperature is controlled virtue of a water bath at 64 - 66 degrees and does not seem to be in any hurry to rest after 5 days. My...

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