JS recently had a dodgy batch of IPAs. Apparantly it was due to some dodgy hops. Had a real burnt, earthy taste IMO. Was nothing like their normal quality. If anyone has any dodgy examples lying around, just inform JS on their website, send in a dodgy bottle and they'll give a you free case...
I'm using a 1.5 inch pulley on a 1/2 hp electric motor (with the 12 inch pulley) - works a treat.
Had to tighten the belt a bit initially - the belt was slipping with certain crystals, but after that it's all good.
Have crushed about 50kg of grain so far with no problems. Just fill up the...