New to brewing

[bardude]

Hi there, I'm new to brewing. My kids got me a basic kit ie a bucket and a pressure barrel and an ale brewing kit. I have followed the instructions and left it alone for 7 days after adding the yeast. Have just checked it and it looks like the yeast has settled on the top of the brew and not done anything. Any advice?

 

[clibit]

If you have a hydrometer, measure the gravity. Has the brew had a foamy head on it at any stage?

 

[bardude]

I don't have one of those. Yeah it still looks a little foamy.

 

[bardude]

If you have a hydrometer, measure the gravity. Has the brew had a foamy head on it at any stage?

I don't have one of those. Yes it is a little foamy and there's like a scum line round the top.

 

[clibit]

The foam and scum line suggest that fermentation has happened. I suggest you get hold of a hydrometer to measure the gravity. Wilko sells them, and tesco online do them and you can click and collect. Or a home brew shop if you are near one. Cost £3 - £4, you're going to need one. The beer can wait in the fermenter for a while.

 

[bardude]

The foam and scum line suggest that fermentation has happened. I suggest you get hold of a hydrometer to measure the gravity. Wilko sells them, and tesco online do them and you can click and collect. Or a home brew shop if you are near one. Cost £3 - £4, you're going to need one. The beer can wait in the fermenter for a while.

Thanks, I'll get hold of one.

 

[Chippy_Tea]

welcome to the forum :

 

[razormedia]

Welcome, I'm new here too and there is some great advice. Get reading :)

 

[MyQul]

Welcome to the forum