Temperature fluctuation during fermentation

[Hayzer]

Likely written by someone that doesn't know better.

OK thank you

[berryman]

Hayzer, I use to secondary quite often for a few reasons, 1) I had a 6.5 gal fermenter and 3 - 5 gal carboys and could brew more often that way. 2) We always did it on wine and I still rack wine atleast once but usually more. 3) A lot of the stuff I was reading at the time still recommended doing it....BUT, I also found out that it is really not needed on most any beer you want to make except maybe a Lager you want to keep in cold storage for a few months but they're easier ways to do that too. It is always good to listen and learn from those that have done it, but finding out on your own is the best lesson learned. Keep us informed.

[Hayzer]

Hayzer, I use to secondary quite often for a few reasons, 1) I had a 6.5 gal fermenter and 3 - 5 gal carboys and could brew more often that way. 2) We always did it on wine and I still rack wine atleast once but usually more. 3) A lot of the stuff I was reading at the time still recommended doing it....BUT, I also found out that it is really not needed on most any beer you want to make except maybe a Lager you want to keep in cold storage for a few months but they're easier ways to do that too. It is always good to listen and learn from those that have done it, but finding out on your own is the best lesson learned. Keep us informed.

Will racking beer a few times help clear it up? I have had friends brew this one and it's a clear, golden color. My batch when I racked it was dull brown and cloudy. I am hoping that I can clear it up by putting it in this secondary a few weeks. It also calls for an ounce of Amarillo for the last 3-5 days in the secondary.

[berryman]

Will racking beer a few times help clear it up?

possibility yes, but not worth the chance of oxidation or infection. Whirlfloc, or Irish Moss at end of boil is better and cold crashing a couple days is even better yet if looking for a super clean beer and both.

[berryman]

This what you looking for? Yes homemade.



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[mashani]

Gimme that. It looks great.

[Hayzer]

Thank you. I am going to toss the Amarillo and wait three days, then keg.