Recent content by Dave2340

Thanks everyone for the replies. I am thinking now that i have two unrelated issues. The first is the High FG readings. Newy is spot on here. I found a calculator on Brewers Friend that matches his figures and explanation. If my brews were under-fermented, as my unaltered readings would...

Thanks RdeVjun, i am curious now to compare the two. i am probably making a big assumption that the gravity is the cause of my flavor problem but i have to start somewhere.

Thanks Tex, how do you use the yeast nutrient? do you create a starter or do you add to the kit as you add the yeast?

No i don't have a hydrometer (anymore - don't bounce at all) but i have used the temperature correction at http://www.rooftopbrew.net/abv_calculator.php. i am looking at the FG level more as an indication that the fermentation is complete, not too worried about the ABV level. I can borrow one...

My experience is very limited having only taken up brewing about 6 months ago. At this point I am quite disappointed with the out come of my home brews. I seem to consistently be producing the same result - strong "home brew" taste (not sure how best to describe it), poor head, and poor final...