這些書當中有那麼一本會推薦使用烘烤用的麵包酵母 和用一條毛巾蓋住正在發酵的啤酒,而另外一本書也許會堅持使用釀酒酵母和氣封閥 (Airlock )。因此,我持另外一種論點,我會說明如何釀造(hows )以及為何要這樣做的 理由( whys ),這樣才能幫助更多的初學者有一個好的開始。 身為一名工程師,啤酒的釀造過程激起了...
From now on, all you will need to do is refill any evaporated water from the airlock, add more heated honey-water if the mead evaporates to top up the carboy and feed the yeast, or to rack the mead if the carboy is getting really dirty and in danger of growing mold. Racking (transf...
Having let your juice rest with theCampden tabletsfor at least 24 hours, you are now at a fork in the road somewhat. You can take your chances with any benign yeast taking their opportunity to ferment the juice or you can pitch a yeast that is well suited for brewing with apples or pe...
withatowel,alaterbookwouldinsistonbrewingyeastandperhapsanairlock.So,Ifelt thatanotherpointofview,layingoutthehowsandwhysofthebrewingprocesses,might helpmorenewbrewersgetabetterstart. Hereisasynopsisofthebrewingprocess: Maltedbarleyissoakedinhotwatertorelease the malt sugars. ...
Do not use an airlock.You want oxygen exchange between the liquid and air so all that is needed is loose fitting aluminum foil. This will allow oxygen to enter the vessel, but keep bugs out. A simple foam stopper will sufice for the best results. ...
Do I have to use a lid or cloth cover with water kefir? What about an airlock? We have fermented water kefir grains with a variety of lid configurations – plastic lid, cloth cover and airlock. We found that all of them delivered equally good results so use whichever configuration works ...
Siphon and Airlock– Transfer the mixture into the carboy to prepare for secondary fermentation. Try to be careful as much as possible. Finish the task with an airlock with a 4-5 inches gap between the liquid and the bottom of the lock to allow carbon dioxide to escape. ...
If you think home brewing is for you, look around for a local retailer to purchase your home brewing kit. Homebrewing stores, if you’re lucky enough to have one nearby, are an excellent place to start. These guys/gals love brewing and are passionate to share the knowledge they’ve gain...
If you have mixed your ingredients in a tub now is the time to cover it for fermentation. If you have mixed them in large plastic water bottles as in the video, it’s time to install the airlock. If you have opted to use the water bottle method the balloons will act as your airloc...
Don’t worry, it will lighten to pale yellow or gold later. Use an airlock to keep oxygen out and allow the carbon dioxide produced by fermentation to escape. Add wine yeast, according to the instructions on the packet. Keep the juice at a comfortable room temperature, as advised on the...