Update: Fermenting Blonde Ale

... at least, I hope it's fermenting, and not just farming mold. Quick update to follow the previous homebrew post (five-fucking-gallons of SFBC “Alex Mack” Blonde Ale). Because there was so much room from the top (because I spilled some on the floor), I didn't expect to see any bubbling in the airlock / blow-off..

Katie’s Glossary of Terms

When I first started trying to learn and read about homebrewing, I was a bit annoyed at times by all the words and special terms I didn't understand. Here's my own glossary with my own understanding of these special terms. (If you want a real glossary, maybe look at Palmer's glossary.) 7/25/21 Update: Trub, Flameout..

Joy-Killing Research

So, I might have been able to do this way earlier if I'd just ordered another 1-Gallon yield recipe to suit the equipment I'd acquired for the small-batch operation. But I'm stubborn. A replacement recipe kit (a mix) from the same company was reasonably priced (approx $16), but the shipping was atrocious (think over $40)...