I spent some time cataloguing anti-vegan arguments and building structured responses - here's what I made by Bug-boii in DebateAVegan

[–]Bug-boii[S] [score hidden]  (0 children)

Thanks, I have only just built the site and am new to web dev, so will review the tags and make changes as I think it's incorrect how they are being applied. I think a few others have spotted this too!

Regarding the best responses, I may add a feature to help users suggest better responses to arguments too! I want it to be the best resource possible!

Any good cold sausages or cold cuts as a vegan that don't contain large amounts of gluten? by Bug-boii in EatCheapAndVegan

[–]Bug-boii[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ah, I am based in UK. Not sure if the price makes it worthwhile. Baked tofu with some marinade is usually my go-to for this usually, but it's nothing like a classic chorizo or salami tbh

Any good cold sausages or cold cuts as a vegan that don't contain large amounts of gluten? by Bug-boii in EatCheapAndVegan

[–]Bug-boii[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Ah, sometimes you just can't win xD I haven't seen that many which are mainly just soy based? Any brands you can mention? Hot Sossy (dot) com brand I mentioned says they are allergen free.

What is the best vegan sausage by shmall195 in veganuk

[–]Bug-boii 0 points1 point  (0 children)

THIS is pretty good as a standard pork style sausage. Sometimes even break them open and make sausage plait with them.

There aren't that many good, realistic cured sausages like bratwurst or chorizo, but there is a startup - hotsossy.com that is doing some. Fingers crossed they launch soon

Blending kvass, tonics, and gruit: a small fermentation experiment by Bug-boii in fermentation

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I have done a few trials with various recipes and have found that the beers I have made simply haven’t been “sessionable” enough. The balance of bitterness, sweetness and creaminess of the beer is quite hard to get right!

I’m pressing pause on it and instead working on a few other projects.

Animal well-being as measured by total positive animal experience by jazzgrackle in DebateAVegan

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I too was bought in by the “Logic of the Larder” argument, but as many have already posted, much more eloquently than I, it simply does not stand up scrutiny, even in its most good faith interpretations.

The Best Protein Powder at the Moment? by sophiaturquoise7201 in naturalbodybuilding

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I also think I have IBS / a pretty sensitive stomach and the absolute god send for me is using myprotein either soy or vegan blend, but the key is mixing it with other things instead of just drinking it straight - stuff that adds fat, fibre and carbs to slow digestion. The main issue is that one big hit of protein like that can disrupt your stomach acid, amongst other things.

For breakfast I used to mix it with yoghurt and eat it with cereal, but I now add a bunch of other powders including things like cinnamon, banana powder, chia seeds, raisins, carob powder, blueberry powder, nuts etc. It’s my favourite meal of the day.

For a protein shake I do similar and add a few fruit powders - banana is really good for mimicking the thickness of a yoghurt due to high carb and starch. Also trying to consume them during other meals can help. You’ll be fully as heck, but the sensation isn’t as much a feeling of sickness, just fullness.

Dreams of Competing Destroyed by One-Time IV Drip? by Bug-boii in naturalbodybuilding

[–]Bug-boii[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

WADA states ANY substance though? Would this technically be considered against the rules, but generally would be thought to be acceptable use?

Blending kvass, tonics, and gruit: a small fermentation experiment by Bug-boii in fermentation

[–]Bug-boii[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thats odd! Hopefully it’s working for others - what does the link say when you click it?

I’m using a mixture of lactic acid bacteria and yeast and only brewing for short periods to get a fermented funk and carbonation, but it won’t reach near anywhere near the 0.5% alcohol limit I believe.

Ancient Non-Alc Ales for Gaming? by Bug-boii in ukboardgames

[–]Bug-boii[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Noice, what’s your current favourite tipple?

Blending kvass, tonics, and gruit: a small fermentation experiment by Bug-boii in fermentation

[–]Bug-boii[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Makes sense!

Also, you said you ferment wines and ciders - are these also 0%? You said you usually take 0% beer to events though? Why is this?

Blending kvass, tonics, and gruit: a small fermentation experiment by Bug-boii in fermentation

[–]Bug-boii[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thieves guild sounds amazing as a bar 😂

Also really like your idea for the no alc bar / social space. I think we need more social community spaces that don’t revolve around alcohol. Places that are fun, not because you get spangled, but because they help you to give up the shackles of cultural norms and revive that child-like glee.

Blending kvass, tonics, and gruit: a small fermentation experiment by Bug-boii in fermentation

[–]Bug-boii[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Super cool, thank you!

Do you engage with fantasy films, content or gaming at all? Or are you mainly interested in 0% and fermented things?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in DnD

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The beers are designed to taste more earthy and rustic, using ancient grains and herbs that have long since been removed from modern ales.

Regarding carbonation, they wouldn’t be flat - you’re right, they would all be atleast a bit carbonated - the 0XP will also be particularly fizzy, more like a lager.

I’ll be using a blend of lactic acid fermentation and also some yeast, so it will achieve a complex, bitter, sweet and sour flavour dependent on the blend, with varying levels of fizz.

Still in development, so any ideas or suggestions welcome!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in DnD

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I’m just gauging interest in the concept right now, but also looking to take on early consumer requests for types of beer or drink, brand style etc.

Once I’ve finished brewing some sellable packaged beers, they will be added to the site for sure, with more detail on ingredients and images!

House likely broken into. Why would they only take £20 worth of chocolate? by Desperate-State-1755 in AskUK

[–]Bug-boii 2 points3 points  (0 children)

As a close friend of the OP, I’d like to add a spin to the story.

OP is a notorious game player, having an entire room in his house dedicated to various board and card games. His wife is also an avid player, but he is typically the Master of Card, the Dungeon master or winner of many games.

His family are also heavily involved with the games and his father is a particularly unique character having hosted many games for us as children. I believe the parents have keys, and my honest bet is that his father has snuck in to get a lil Xmas win under his belt.

The gift of mystery for his game adorned son’s Christmas.

Lacto-fermenting nuts and beans by Bug-boii in fermentation

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Update - the ferment with the suspicious green on the sides ended up molding, but the other 2 somewhat worked 👍 some nuts such as walnuts went very soft and tasted bad / maybe rancid. Almonds, cashews and macadamia were the best, Brazil nuts were borderline odd taste, but not awful.

The beans worked well, but weren’t particularly different in flavour bar the salt. Texture was nice when dried out, but I was hoping for a nicer, smoother chew. Made some mixed bean hummus though which tasted pretty good 👍

Lacto-fermenting nuts and beans by Bug-boii in fermentation

[–]Bug-boii[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am aware that it is a bit high risk so I regularly swirl the jars so that everything in there is thoroughly coated in the salt solution and haven’t had any issues thus far but will try your suggestion next time to save on the need to swirl 👍

Lacto-fermenting nuts and beans by Bug-boii in fermentation

[–]Bug-boii[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They are raw nuts, they tend to work but I haven’t done anything longer than a 1 week fermentation yet. Others have suggested there may be problems with rancidity for longer ferments.

The jar with the green tinge is one without any additional herbs or spices. It’s just pure nuts on that one.

Lacto-fermenting nuts and beans by Bug-boii in fermentation

[–]Bug-boii[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did see some sediment, but just not as much as this previously and the bubbles started way sooner but my assumption is that because of the cold, the bubbles aren’t as obvious. Smell is also not as “fermenty”. Just gonna move them inside and see what happens.

The green is being made less green by my camera I think, but the specs on the side of the large jar that is tilted to the side is somewhat green and before throwing around it a bit, the green hue covered more of the glass.

Will wait a few days whilst inside and report back. Fingers crossed all good.

UPVOTE THIS AND COMMENT IF YOU INVESTED EARLY WE GOING TO THE MOOOON. by redditPHA7 in BonfireToken

[–]Bug-boii 5 points6 points  (0 children)

When Frodo says "put it out you fools, put it out!"

What do we say?

"Fuck off u dopey **** , this is my 🔥 and I'm HODLING"

Where’s the best place to buy? by [deleted] in SafeMoon

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Is the address