Hi all, i've read a lot about twang and how to avoid it. I eventually reached the point where i'd given up on extracts and went for a BIAB batch using a temp regulator hooked up to an old fridge. This batch i did make a couple mistakes by not sparging, and tipping the trub into the fermenter instead of siphoning off. This brew smelled great and i was looking forward to finally brewing something that tasted like beer rather then twangy home brew... to my dismay, the twang was clearly there even though the nose was still very nice.
I've done many many extract brews to date, trying everything and varying the source when purchasing the extract. Tried liquid, dry, kits..
The only thing that hasnt changed is that i use carb drops to prime. The frustrating thing though is everything i read tells me i should be able to brew a semi reasonable beer with nothing other then extracts and a decent yeast (i've tried various yeasts).
I've got a mate who says he had a session at some blokes house drinking cheap extract beer, however the guy keg'd it. He said it tasted as good as any beer he can get at the pub, so i'm heading down the path of kegging.. does anyone have a similar story or experience with the twang monster?
Cheers
I've done many many extract brews to date, trying everything and varying the source when purchasing the extract. Tried liquid, dry, kits..
The only thing that hasnt changed is that i use carb drops to prime. The frustrating thing though is everything i read tells me i should be able to brew a semi reasonable beer with nothing other then extracts and a decent yeast (i've tried various yeasts).
I've got a mate who says he had a session at some blokes house drinking cheap extract beer, however the guy keg'd it. He said it tasted as good as any beer he can get at the pub, so i'm heading down the path of kegging.. does anyone have a similar story or experience with the twang monster?
Cheers