A fresh batch of Kölsch-inspired ale that was just racked from an open fermentor. 😀
#Kölsch
#OpenFermentation
#RetroBrewing
#homebrewing
#UpperWillamette
Usually, I let the wort cool down on its own (which takes forever). For this batch, I am doing an ice bath to speed it up a little. It felt very strange carrying the wort outdoors. (Though, I will eventually be doing most of my brewing outdoors.)
There's one new variable I discovered -- bugs.
@brudibrau
These last couple of years, I have come to realize how personal and unique each person's approach to home brewing is.
For me, going in the opposite direction of automation is what gets me excited. (Watch for brewing over an open fire, coming soon. 🤪 )
Woke up to see a nice kräusen on my kölsch-style ale, this morning.
Will