Does Atlanta have an online HBS?
July 4th, 2008Improvised Sandwhich for my IPA
July 4th, 2008Pilot Ignited Gas Burner
July 4th, 2008Thanks!
Stuck Ferment
July 4th, 2008I made a big RIS on June 14th.
The OG was 1.13. I had made a pretty big starter and used WLabs Irish Ale Yeast in the 5 gallon batch. 2 large orange peels, 1b of sugar and 2/3lb of lactose were added to the flameout.
The actual recipe was 18lbs 2 row, 1.5lbs 60L crystal, 1lb chocolate, .25 each of roasted barley, black and special b. I don't think the hopping schedule will matter, but if it does I can provide that information.
I ended up transferring into the 2nd fermenter on June 23rd (I was leaving town for 5 days, in hindsight I should have left it in there). The reading was 1.040 on the hyrdometer at about 73 degrees, also the temperature (no more than a degree or two fluctuation in the air) during the whole ferment.
I just took another reading and it was still 1.040.
I've never had a problem with fermenting, but I've never made a beer this big. I also realize after reading a little bit more on the subject, that I should be leaving the smaller beers in the primary fermenter for a longer period of time, and may not have to 2nd ferment for those beers. I always make a big starter and my fermenting temperature is always towards the higher end (lowest has been around 70, highest 75).
Any thoughts or questions to ask before offering advice?
I appreciate it.
Mmmm… Beer Chips
July 4th, 2008Independence day brewing anyone?
July 4th, 2008Apparently I am not meant to pair up beer and food.
July 4th, 200815/20 gal batch sparge cooler
July 4th, 2008Thanks!
What are some beers that pair well with a big juicy steak?
July 4th, 2008MY brewboard
July 4th, 2008then in the green will be brew operations like brewing or dryhopping.
then in blue will be events like competitions and such.
below will be a list of stuff I currently want/need for the brewery
then when I get push pins ill put recipes/brewsheets on the corkboard.
here is a pic.

what do you all think? its not a big deal..but was a spontanious idea..and I kinda dig it.
English Ale Yeast
July 3rd, 2008Beer Tasting Suggestions …
July 3rd, 2008Flying Dog Announces Transition to New Lead Dog
July 3rd, 2008Eric Warner has announced that after eight years of record growth during his tenure as CEO at Flying Dog Brewery, he will be leaving in search of a fresh, new challenge, effective September 1, 2008. According to Eric, “Eight years as CEO is a long time in that position in this or any other industry. I could not be prouder of all that’s been accomplished and I want to make a change while I’m at the top of my game.”
Eric added “I would not be comfortable making this move unless there was someone who I felt shared the same passion, enthusiasm, and dedication to Flying Dog that I do and who could seamlessly step in and build on the momentum we’ve created. I am therefore pleased to announce that effective July 1st, Jim Caruso will be General Partner and CEO of Flying Dog Brewery and I will advise and assist him for the next two months.”
Jim has been affiliated with Flying Dog since 1995 and has served as the company’s Chairman since 1999. “There is no greater joy than being part of the wonderful, wacky and irreverent world of Flying Dog,” Jim said. “I love beer, and I have extraordinary respect for the talent and dedication of all the people who are the company, and I could not be prouder of what Flying Dog stands for.”
Flying Dog’s bold, craft beers combined with its purposefully irreverent view of the world are Flying Dog’s defining characteristics. This year, Flying Dog beer drinkers will enjoy more than 14,000,000 bottles of its beers in 46 states and in countries throughout Europe.
Join The People’s Republic of Flying Dog at FlyingDogAles.com.
Technorati Tags: eric warner, jim caruso, flying dog, brewery, craft beer, lead dog, CEO
Saison Yeast
July 3rd, 2008White Labs:
565 - Belgian Saison I
566 - Belgian Saison II
568 - Belgian Saison Blend
WYeast:
3724 - Belgian Saison
3711 - French Saison
3725 - Bier de Garde
3726 - Farmhouse Ale
Thanks!
Water Treatment
July 3rd, 2008Since I've been adding calcium chloride, I notice A LOT of white residue in my HLT, my fermenter, and my kegs after they are empty. I don't think it is beerstone. It is whiter than beerstone. I also have a white residue on my stainless thermowell that is in my fermenter at the krausen line. The white residue cleans off with a bit of scrubbing or with Starsan and a little scrubbing.
Now to the questions: What am I seeing? Calcium carbonate? Calcium something else? Any guesses? Am I seeing this because I'm adding too much calcium? Or should I not worry, go by flavor, and deal with it?
Thanks for the great ideas
July 3rd, 2008First timer… pros and cons
July 3rd, 2008I've seen the term "clarify" thrown around with secondary fermenters. What does that exactly mean? I know that when I bottle it, the "conditioning" or carbonation process is in effect so I'm not too worried about that.
For my first beer I'm brewin a Raspberry Wheat Ale because Purple Haze by Abita has been a long standing favorite of mine.
Ok so what say yeee wise beer gods? Thanks!!!
+1000 for keggin
July 2nd, 2008Why didn't I do this sooner! My beers should be ready to go for Friday night! I've also got a Double IPA at 8.1% sitting in the bottle as well.
"Somebody, somebody has got to be un-afraid......to lead the freak parade!" -- Big n' Rich
Aged Swiss pairing suggestions please
July 2nd, 2008Macaroni & Cheese beer pairing test
July 2nd, 2008Gaeng Massaman Beer Pairings
July 2nd, 2008Utility pumps
July 2nd, 2008This is what I've got now, BTW.
OK…now what? See Pic!
July 2nd, 2008
Here are my cascade hops I planted this year...They are already at 17ft ..I didnt think they would get that tall...and I am out of pole..any ideas? My williamette are a close 2nd at 13 ft..
No worries at WACK
July 2nd, 2008Got question ask most of us old brewers have been down that road before.
The sun is shinning , birds are singing and the tap is pouring.
Two month old cold crashed ALT. Forced at nine this AM, Tapped at Three pm
No worries Mate

Dominus Vobiscum
Swagman
Flying Dog Brewery Tour Listed as One of the Best in America
July 2nd, 2008Forbes.com has listed our world famous brewery tour as one of the best in America. Of course, if you ask Rippe, he’ll unabashedly take all of the credit and tell you about the time he was on the show “Beer Nutz”. And how he’s the heir to the Flying Dog Brewery throne.
Click here for the full story.
Technorati Tags: forbes magazine, brewery tour, flying dog, craft beer
Gluten free recipes…
July 2nd, 2008Flying Dog Hosts First Food and Beer Night
July 2nd, 2008Join us at Flying Dog Brewery as we host Session 1 of our monthly Food and Beer series. Details below.

Flying Dog Hosts First Food and Beer Night
July 2nd, 2008Join us at Flying Dog Brewery as we host Session 1 of our monthly Food and Beer series. Details below.

Another new user thread
July 2nd, 2008Just signed up for the brewboard, spent some time over at tasty brew for a while and just came upon this site the other day through another MB. I liked to pace and atmosphere of this place, so I thought I would join up.
A little about me: I've been brewing for about a year and have made 7 batches all of which are partials. Trying to move to AG but will probably have to wait until this hectic summer is over before I can make the leap.

