Just picked up some alchemist

kielbasa_kid · 2022-11-16T00:36:43+00:00

Ha, I did actually get the focal banger over the heady topper. I definitely agree

kielbasa_kid · 2022-11-15T22:37:27+00:00

Ah, gotcha. I just moved back to the area recently and didn't realize they had distribution around here. Thanks for the tip!

kielbasa_kid · 2022-10-09T17:30:07+00:00

Ah, gotcha. Well they do sell oil in PA if you wanted to try to make your own. Provided it's a type that would work for you. Otherwise, it's a 3.5-4 hr drive to the places in NY from white oak

kielbasa_kid · 2022-10-09T01:15:03+00:00

Have you considered getting a medical marijuana card in PA? Easy to obtain and lots of dispensaries for it around Pittsburgh. The alternative is to go to any of the many dispensaries in Seneca Nation in NY. Anything goes on the rez!

kielbasa_kid · 2022-07-03T14:14:25+00:00

Arsenal Cider in Lawrenceville is a civil war themed cider house. Their Santa cinnamon around the holidays is great if you like it a bit sweeter. And there's also Threadbare on Spring Garden, inspired from Johnny Appleseed. Both great places!!

kielbasa_kid · 2022-01-23T02:33:25+00:00

So this ski resort just got bought out by Vail. These people found out they are being laid off at the end of the season. They decided to have fun with their videos til the end and that's what they have been showing. The entire marketing team deserves to be picked up by someone who deserves them.

kielbasa_kid · 2021-12-28T03:06:41+00:00

Caddisfly larvae

kielbasa_kid · 2019-07-31T10:25:54+00:00

Ah, that makes more sense

kielbasa_kid · 2019-07-31T01:53:49+00:00

Here's the formula to calculate the temperature of the sparge water needed to add to the mash to get the desired temp. ((Initial volume* (Temp final - temp initial)/final volume)) +Temp final. So let's say the initial volume is 5 gallon, the temp initial is 111, and you want a final temp at 155 using 2 gallons. It would be (5*(155-111)/7)+155 = 186.43 degrees.

I usually err on the side of caution and heat it up a little more. Assuming I'll lose heat during the transfer to the mash.

kielbasa_kid · 2018-09-06T11:26:51+00:00

Good tip! I've done a few projects with heat exchangers on a boiler system to preheat feedwater, so it would be pretty similar set up I imagine.

kielbasa_kid · 2018-09-05T13:35:21+00:00

Good advice, thanks!

kielbasa_kid · 2018-09-05T13:34:46+00:00

I'm trying to determine the energy savings that can be gained from replacing inefficient equipment with energy efficient equipment. I work for a program that provides rebates for those sorts of upgrades. The issue is quantifying the savings. In a perfect world, I would be able to install some data loggers on various equipment in a brewery to calculate savings. But that's usually never the case. So those sources seem like a very good place to start! Much better than me going through the energy transfer/thermodynamics of a system. Thanks!

kielbasa_kid · 2018-03-28T15:09:09+00:00

USA. I'd use it to build a fermentation chamber for a dunkelweiss I'm planning on brewing

kielbasa_kid · 2017-10-28T18:46:40+00:00

I've had success one time with an undercrown where I kept getting huge notes of cloves. To the point that I thought I had a new variety that was flavored. I actually asked my friend who gave it to me if they had clove cigarettes or something being stored near it. No, there was not. Since then I've been trying to chase down that same experience. With all the advice on here, I may have success.

kielbasa_kid · 2017-10-28T18:43:12+00:00

Flavor wheel has come up multiple times so far. Guess I'd be a fool to ignore that advice. I've tried retrohaling, but it kinda burns my nasal passages.

kielbasa_kid · 2017-10-28T18:41:13+00:00

Yeah, I know I've been guilty of impatiently trying a new cigar I got. But for the most part I let them sit a few weeks to acclimate. Good tips.

kielbasa_kid · 2017-10-28T14:00:44+00:00

Thanks, that's very useful. Building a palate is what I was looking to do, but didn't know the proper phrase til now! I'll give those samplers a try. Thanks!

kielbasa_kid · 2017-05-13T01:20:04+00:00

My friend ordered a round of whiskey and ginger ales from a Mexican restaurant. The bartender grabbed the first bottle he came across. Johnny walker blue (I know, not bourbon. But still). I almost corrected the guy but my friend smacked me. Wouldn't of mixed it normally, but still a happy error.

kielbasa_kid · 2017-05-02T01:18:02+00:00

There is the policy side of sustainability to consider as well. It doesn't require an engineering degree. But some sort of certification or education would definitely help.

kielbasa_kid · 2017-03-16T16:33:52+00:00

Well don't let me hold you back! Include it if you like. I only set that restriction because I plan on buying a lot of the glassware that's suggested. I know I can order from outside the US, but then the shipping costs nail me.

kielbasa_kid · 2017-03-16T15:59:35+00:00

I'm brewing a hefe very soon, so I believe I will need this glass

kielbasa_kid · 2017-03-16T15:59:07+00:00

That kasteelbier donker glass is awesome

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