Both batches this weekend resulted in 10 gallon boils to be reduced to 6.5 gallons. I can’t imagine how long it would have taken with a standard stovetop burner.

Both batches this weekend resulted in 10 gallon boils to be reduced to 6.5 gallons. I can’t imagine how long it would have taken with a standard stovetop burner.

I maxed out my lauter tun this past weekend with both a barley wine and a wee heavy. The barley wine’s spent grains are shown below:


A quick photo of what I’ve called Yardsale Ale, an Imperial Red. Bottle conditioning finally complete after 3 weeks — very refreshing and smooth with just the smallest hint of cascade hops.