16D Foreign Extra Stout – part of Valley Brewer BJCP learning / challenge.
Brew went well, slightly higher volume in fermenter at 24L, with OG 1.075 so slightly lower than intended.
Fermentation went well – clean curve fermenting down to and stopping at the target 1.020. Gave it a good 7 days of rest and cleanup – hopefully no issues with this phase – pressure closed but only came up to a max around 10psi at 22C so likely a third carbonated and not too much pressure to prevent yeast activity.
Cooled gradually and kegged day 16 (wed 18)
Tasting good, but fresh, it will hopefully mellow in the keg.
