Home Brew
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Blown2CV

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31,572 posts

231 months

Saturday 16th June 2012
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I am thinking of home brewing some kind of ale. Are the kits worth it, or is it better to get 'proper' ingredients? Anyone done this with success?

Granville

983 posts

199 months

Sunday 17th June 2012
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The kits are good and an easy introduction in to Home Brew. We've been brewing for a couple of years now using the kits and you can get some very good results with a cost of around 40p a pint and we've normally got a couple of 5 gallon barrells on the go.

Once you get the knack you can easily start tweaking the kits and adding ingredients. We did a black ale (with chocolately undertones) before Christmas but added oak chips soaked in Cherry brandy. It didn't last long. There are a few good companies that sell the kits, we tend to use Brew UK with no issues, good choice and price with quick delivery.

I did an Elderflower Champagne last year but not really tried it, all I know is it's a touch lively and you need to keep it somewhere safe when brewing in case the stuff explodes hehe

Currently pregnant so no alcohol for the last 8 months and the OH has been enjoying all the Home Brew.

motco

17,581 posts

274 months

Sunday 17th June 2012
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Pea Roast Or near enough...

tgr

1,250 posts

199 months

Sunday 17th June 2012
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check out the other thread