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Final assessment: OG: 1035. FG: 1005. Used Coopers BE1. In Fermenter or for 10 days. Bottled using 2 Coopers carbonation tabs. Wrapped in electric blanket (bottles in box in shed) for 14 days. Shelved for 30 days. Beer is very clear, with great head which holds to the bottom of the glass. I have...

Looking good!! :thumb:

Thanks for the replys. I actually had another slow stir on day 5 as I was sure it hadn't all firmented. 3 hours later there was a nice white head all over the brew. Made it cloudy, but is quite clear now. I'm hopeful of a decent pint? Cheers lads Tony

Oops!! Yes sorry 1005. Is the bitterness normal?

Hi chaps. I have an FG of 1050. I am cold crashing for 2 days (will bottle tomorrow). It's quite clear but not crystal clear, and tastes like flat beer, with a bit of bitterness to it. I just wanted to check that this was normal before bottling? Thanks in advance Tony

Will do. Thanks.

I would be interested to know how this turned out, as im thinking for trying this one out? Please tell all!!

4 Days into my brew now. Reading is 1023. Not sure if this is good or bad? :?

Thanks Bottler. Not sure if it is a lager yeast or not? At the mo its at 18c. Cheers Tony

Thanks for the reply. Its reassuring, and good for morale!! :mrgreen:

Hi again 24 hours in and im getting a head in FV, and what looks like a mountain coming up from one side. is this normal? Thanks in advance Tony

This is my first ever brew, started today. Some really great advice on here so hopefully i have taken all on board and a good brew will prevail? I have the FV in an outside room with heater on. Will be keeping an eye on the temp, but so far room temperature is steady at 20C. I have a brew belt...