So I have started another batch and this time I went for an American Amber Ale. I did forget to put in Irish Moss but I think I will fine it with Gelatin unless someone has a better idea. I will be transferring to a secondary after 7-10 days pending. It looks like I am getting 69% efficiency...

So I am off to a better start and having some good success. I made a starter once for one of my beers and it turned out great. My line of thinking is a little off from my quick research in regards to starters and harvesting. My mind says using DME would alter the flavor of the yeast. But...

So I am new to brewing and I started with a few extract batches that turned out ok and decided to start BIAB. I just went to bottle my first batch and noticed it didnt smell like beer but more like vinegar, tangy tart smell. Bottled it anyway and figured it was acetobacter or something. Some of...