Taking some time off

I haven't posted in some time, simply because I got a little bummed out from the last brew session. I need to post some pictures of this awful day. Actually, the past three brews have not turned out, and I have ended up pitching all three. As mentioned in previous posts, the American Amber never carbonated. Since I did not have my Co2 system operational at the time (or still), the beer was left in the bottle for several months, and ended up not tasting good on trial.

Then the previous two batches, done the same day, had a security violation: something was not sanitized. This resulted in mold growth in the fermentation carboys.

After this, I decided to take a break for a while. I have spent my time tasting different and various beers, getting some ideas on what I would like to try next time I brew. The family is off at the in-laws for a couple days, and I'm thinking about doing a small batch Mr. Beer, just because I have one sitting around. I am hoping that this will kick-start my enjoyment of brewing once again. I certainly enjoyed BTV 26, what I think has been their finest episode to date (in a series of many fine episodes). That episode alone makes me want to jump back in, though I do have some cleaning and sanitizing to do before that happens. Thanks BTV!

Cheers!

- Tom.