Pulled the trigger day after Xmas and picked up a used Clawhammer 120V BIAB system. Dude was serious about unloading all his equipment and gave me everything from stirring paddles to fermenters.

Local brewshop had Northern Brewer kits so figured what the hell, let's dance. I added some Maris Otter because I was worried about efficiency.

Plugged all the stats into a brew app. Guesstimated my efficiency at 69 (lol). OG over shot 1.049 at 1.052. I guess my system is way more efficient. Probably finish just north of 5% ABV.

Some fun stuff: Brew day was about 5.5 hours long. Clean up at 30 minutes. All done in my kitchen. Cost per beer when complete: 60 cents.

Totally rewarding. Gonna brew a stout next. I like boring English beer (no IPAs). Now we wait and see.

  • DickFuckarelli [he/him]
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    2 years ago

    I'm pretty much a DIY dude so I think I'm pretty well good to go, as is.

    Plus now at least I can finally post something food related on here that isn't going to start a struggle session/hexaggedon.

    • Dull_Juice [he/him]
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      2 years ago

      Yeah I've been wondering if I should post some stuff about my beers/ ciders I've made. Was never sure if anyone would care lol.