Since the Roggenbier debacle, I've been a bit discouraged about brewing. I thought I had a pretty good sanitation process down, but now I'm starting to doubt that process and wonder if there isn't another possible source of contamination I'm going to overlook. I think it's just going to be a case of having to get going again and being as conscientious as possible about the sanitation procedures. Removing all valves, fitting, hoses, etc., and making sure they're all clean. I haven't had the heart to touch this beer since I noticed the infection because it's just such a letdown, but I guess now is the time. If this were a Brett beer I'd call that a great pellicle, but as it isn't, I'll call it what it is: garbage.
Sunday London
16 hours ago
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That looks pretty scarey. I'm lucky enough never to have had a batch go down the drain, but have had a couple of bottles go bad. Any idea where in the process it might have come in?
I went on a brewing frenzy a few weeks ago while my wife was away. All the fermenters are empty now, so I'm itching to get something into them.
I know EXACTLY where it went wrong. About a week after primary I was cleaning out my hoses and I noticed a big blob at the QD for the hose with my in-line thermometer. After removing the thermometer, there it was - a big moldy growth. I was filtering cooled wort through mold. One more spot I've learned to look.
Ouch! At least you found it.
Now get out and plant some seeds :D
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