The 30 minute boil has been the best advice ever. I've converted all my recipes to work on that boil time and it also means, if I need to to, I can do two brews in a day and still be able to enjoy an evening meal with plenty of time to spare. If you need to take any advice 30 minute boil is the first one to take. David, your advice is always spot on and it has changed the way I brew for the better, thank you so much.
I want to switch to 30m boiling times but have been adviced against it, since lower boiling times also means less sparge volume (since there is less time to boil it off) and therefore this results in a lower brewhouse efficiency. I was wondering if this is a valid concern?
@@1986RBRT I've not noticed any reduction in efficiency. I do use Brewfather to adjust my recipes though and that seems to re-calculate the amounts just right for a reduced boil time. TBH, I find my efficiency has improved, but that may also be due to one or two improvements to my brewing equipment, but even before this I wouldn't say I lost any efficiency. All I can say is go for it, try it out, and if its not for you go back to what you did before , but I will not go back to 60+ boils.
Hey David, great video. Could you do one about cleaning. Which products, how to clean (brush, temperature etc.) and how long you let the cleaning solution in the fermenter and so on?
I second this! Not enough good “how to clean” content out there. Always takes me way too long to clean my Anvil and it is such a drag and would love to learn from the man himself!
Great, thanks guys. I do actually have a cleaning video planned that goes into details about the chemicals involved too. I just await some extra footage.
Great content, I'm currently an extract home brewer, but am looking to move up to all grain in the near future. The 30 minute boil is an intriguing idea, one which I'll certainly be putting into practice. I'm currently reading John Palermo's' book, how to brew, in order to educate myself on the entire process. Thanks David!!
I think the most important rule is: it should be fun! This a hobby, and you should engage with it in a way that is fun for you. If that looks like tracking the numbers and optimizing brewhouse efficiency, do that. If fun looks like throwing dme in a pot with red hot candies and seeing what happens, that is fine too. Don’t be too worried about if you’re “doing it right”
Hi david i have enjoyed your videos for many years and have moved up from boil in a bag to a brew monk 45 and now run a brewzilla 65l with great success but I now find myself looking to possibly start doing low carbohydrate beer due to medical reasons and a freind of mine who enjoys beer but has found out he he is intolerant to gluten can you recommend an enzyme or a process to reduce the problem some homebrews face any guidance on this would be much appreciated. 🙏
David, Thanks for the valuable information.........It looks like you are still using the G40. I am using the Anvil 10.5. I have around 45 brews on it. While it is still working like a champ I won't kid myself.......it has a limited life. Looking forward, the G40 and another Anvil Foundry (10.5 or 18) are on my short list....SS Brewtech is in 3rd place. Your thoughts?
Thank you. Yes , I have various brewing systems that I revolve. Being in Europe I dont have access to the Anvil but I would suggest looking at this comparison as it compares the market leaders systems:- ua-cam.com/video/IjL8XBsomcI/v-deo.htmlsi=AGz18HaU1atYANWS
I see that the Brulosophy channel has recently done some blind taste tests that confirm no difference in 30 min boils compared to 60 min not only for pale ales but also for those with mainly pilsner malt.
I recently got back into the hobby however I want to avoid drunkeness. I have a sous vide stick, 15 liter pot, 11 liter vessel and bottles. However, I have been considering a fermzilla and a bigger system and since I want to do more low abv, I can consume more regularly.
Hi I Am trying to find out how to keep a yeast culture a live to not need to purchase yeast For a verry long time what do I need to do this. Keep yeast going
i really want to take the step up from DME brewing to full extract but something is stopping me. part of it is effort, part is cost and part is inceasred complexity...
I've been doing all grain for the past couple years and recently I've been enjoying making DME batches. Because so many styles are majorly based on the yeast and fermentation health. I like doing belgian and hefeweizens from extract. The quality of beer is just as good using extract as all grain. The only drawback is less control over the recipe but receipe isnt as important as process.
I would recommend the all grain route personally. It doesnt need to be expensive either. A simple pot and bag BIAB brew works very well for smaller batches.
The 30 minute boil has been the best advice ever. I've converted all my recipes to work on that boil time and it also means, if I need to to, I can do two brews in a day and still be able to enjoy an evening meal with plenty of time to spare. If you need to take any advice 30 minute boil is the first one to take. David, your advice is always spot on and it has changed the way I brew for the better, thank you so much.
I want to switch to 30m boiling times but have been adviced against it, since lower boiling times also means less sparge volume (since there is less time to boil it off) and therefore this results in a lower brewhouse efficiency. I was wondering if this is a valid concern?
@@1986RBRT I've not noticed any reduction in efficiency. I do use Brewfather to adjust my recipes though and that seems to re-calculate the amounts just right for a reduced boil time. TBH, I find my efficiency has improved, but that may also be due to one or two improvements to my brewing equipment, but even before this I wouldn't say I lost any efficiency. All I can say is go for it, try it out, and if its not for you go back to what you did before , but I will not go back to 60+ boils.
@johnturner2890 Great to hear. Yes it certainly had a big impact on me too.
@1986RBRT I am not sure who has advised you this but frankly I do not see this as a valid piece of advice.
So what styles would still require 60 or 90 min boils, any?
Hey David, great video. Could you do one about cleaning. Which products, how to clean (brush, temperature etc.) and how long you let the cleaning solution in the fermenter and so on?
I second this! Not enough good “how to clean” content out there. Always takes me way too long to clean my Anvil and it is such a drag and would love to learn from the man himself!
Great, thanks guys. I do actually have a cleaning video planned that goes into details about the chemicals involved too. I just await some extra footage.
Another excellent very useful video. Thank you 😀
Great, many thanks Paul 🍻🍻🍻
Nice! I love your round-ups of advice like this. Super helpful for the newbies coming into the craft. 🍻
agreed
Thanks guys, great to hear 🍻🍻🍻
Great content, I'm currently an extract home brewer, but am looking to move up to all grain in the near future. The 30 minute boil is an intriguing idea, one which I'll certainly be putting into practice. I'm currently reading John Palermo's' book, how to brew, in order to educate myself on the entire process. Thanks David!!
Great to hear Graham. The upgrade to all grain is a great way to go.
Amen David. Essentials are allways worth to repeaat to yourself from time to time.
Yes, for sure 🍻🍻🍻
I think the most important rule is: it should be fun!
This a hobby, and you should engage with it in a way that is fun for you. If that looks like tracking the numbers and optimizing brewhouse efficiency, do that. If fun looks like throwing dme in a pot with red hot candies and seeing what happens, that is fine too.
Don’t be too worried about if you’re “doing it right”
I agree that it is important to have fun 🍻🍻🍻
Good video, David.
It is nice that you handing out of your experience
Top-notch 👍❤👍
Many thanks, much appreciated 🍻🍻🍻
Many thanks.
Cheers 🍻🍻🍻
i always love getting one of my friends involved on a brew day , and explain the process a bit to them
Great, sharing is caring 🍻🍻🍻
Nice video. Well presented. Covers the essence of the craft.👍
Thank you, much appreciated 🍻🍻🍻
Hi david i have enjoyed your videos for many years and have moved up from boil in a bag to a brew monk 45 and now run a brewzilla 65l with great success but I now find myself looking to possibly start doing low carbohydrate beer due to medical reasons and a freind of mine who enjoys beer but has found out he he is intolerant to gluten can you recommend an enzyme or a process to reduce the problem some homebrews face any guidance on this would be much appreciated. 🙏
@MrSausagehead This is a pretty big topic for a reply but I can add it to my video list 🍻🍻🍻
David, Thanks for the valuable information.........It looks like you are still using the G40. I am using the Anvil 10.5. I have around 45 brews on it. While it is still working like a champ I won't kid myself.......it has a limited life. Looking forward, the G40 and another Anvil Foundry (10.5 or 18) are on my short list....SS Brewtech is in 3rd place. Your thoughts?
Thank you. Yes , I have various brewing systems that I revolve. Being in Europe I dont have access to the Anvil but I would suggest looking at this comparison as it compares the market leaders systems:- ua-cam.com/video/IjL8XBsomcI/v-deo.htmlsi=AGz18HaU1atYANWS
I see that the Brulosophy channel has recently done some blind taste tests that confirm no difference in 30 min boils compared to 60 min not only for pale ales but also for those with mainly pilsner malt.
Certainly it seems most cannot tell the difference 🍻🍻🍻
I recently got back into the hobby however I want to avoid drunkeness. I have a sous vide stick, 15 liter pot, 11 liter vessel and bottles. However, I have been considering a fermzilla and a bigger system and since I want to do more low abv, I can consume more regularly.
Yes the all in one systems are great for higher volumes. Brewzilla Gen 4 units can also brew as low as 5L too.
Hi
I Am trying to find out how to keep a yeast culture a live to not need to purchase yeast
For a verry long time what do I need to do this.
Keep yeast going
Everything in this video can be used with regular yeast:- ua-cam.com/video/Gfy93gJ4hhs/v-deo.htmlsi=rMTstxlMeguhLpnh
I tried brewing with the absolute minimum - pair of heavy gloves - and the neighbors called the cops!
Haha 😜😂🤣
Add a balaclava
@@DavidHeathHomebrew
I always protect my Vitals
🤣😂🙃 Very important!
i really want to take the step up from DME brewing to full extract but something is stopping me. part of it is effort, part is cost and part is inceasred complexity...
I've been doing all grain for the past couple years and recently I've been enjoying making DME batches. Because so many styles are majorly based on the yeast and fermentation health. I like doing belgian and hefeweizens from extract. The quality of beer is just as good using extract as all grain. The only drawback is less control over the recipe but receipe isnt as important as process.
I would recommend the all grain route personally. It doesnt need to be expensive either. A simple pot and bag BIAB brew works very well for smaller batches.
For lagers I do a 3 hour boil
Why??
@@DavidHeathHomebrew because I want to haha
Ok, enjoy 🍻🍻🍻
@@DavidHeathHomebrew cheers!! 🍻
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