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the_Dr_brown
Winona, MN
15 Posts


I got a brew demon brew kit for Christmas and after brewing the included extract kit (which turned out pretty bad) I am looking to redeem myself with some easy extract brews that will get me hooked. I also started a one gallon mead last week and I can't wait to try that when it's ready. I am really exited about making brewing a fun hobby for myself!

I also like to make and tinker and homemade stir plates look interesting. Any advice on that?

Also I want to thank everyone who repeatedly answers noob questions from us new guys. You guys rock!




Posted 34 days ago.

tracebusta
Charter Member
Somerville, MA
155 Posts


Welcome to the group!

The website Stirstarters (javascript:nicTemp();) has a pretty good description of the process, including a wiring guide. There are also a ton of guides on HomeBrewTalk. Sometimes it seems complicated, but it's actually quite easy.

Side note: I grew up in MN and lived in Winona for about 7 years before moving out here. Do me a favor: go enjoy a soup and sandwhich from Acoustic Cafe for me.

Edit - the link is wonky, but still works.




Posted 34 days ago.
Edited 34 days ago by tracebusta

the_Dr_brown
Winona, MN
15 Posts


I will give that a look, Thanks! 

My girlfriend's grandmother also highly recommends the Acoustic Cafe but we have still never been. Our old standby is the Blue Herein. I am away for college, but I will have to check that out when I head back for a weekend!




Posted 34 days ago.

the_Dr_brown
Winona, MN
15 Posts


Also were you brewing while in the area? I still haven't tracked down a good LHBS and I was wondering what you did if you were brewing at that time.



Posted 34 days ago.

tracebusta
Charter Member
Somerville, MA
155 Posts


No, unfortunately not. I've only been brewing for a little over two years, and I've been out here for 10 years now. I just did a quick search and it looks like the Bluff County Co-op sells homebrew stuff. It looks like it's either there, or you'll have to head over to La Crosse and go to B Brothers Brewing Supply. Or order online.



Posted 34 days ago.

the_Dr_brown
Winona, MN
15 Posts


Damn, I got everything for my mead at Bluff Country, but their selection is very lacking and B Brothers has gone out of business :/. I am at college in Platteville, WI and there is a LHBS about half an hour away in Debuque that I am curious to check out. Thank you for checking though :)



Posted 34 days ago.

tracebusta
Charter Member
Somerville, MA
155 Posts


No problem!

I still can't believe you never had a sandwich at Acoustic. That's crazy talk. Get one with whatever meat you like, and every topping (except onions for me). They really can't be beat.




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