Do you advise soaking barrel in whiskey to get the aged burbon flavor for aging and flavoring beer?
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I do not. This cask will produce a strong wood character for beers(think plywood) if aged in. I don't recommend aging anything in it because it is probably not made of oak, despite what is advertised.
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NOT CLEAR ON THIS. I bought to flavor vodka with sour cherries. They are pyrex I think--so you might be able to do it unless it was superhot oil which would make the glass go into thermal shock.
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I always run a solvent patch through the barrel prior to the brush. After allowing the solvent to work for a few minutes I run the brush through the damp/wet barrel. My theory is that the solvent helps loosen any residue in the barrel and the brush removes the remainder. Follow that with a clean patch until solvent is removed. Lastly chase a lightly oiled patch through the barrel for protection. May not be the best method but has worked well for me.
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Yes, the barrel is charred to about a medium char. The barrel comes with a cork for the top, a spigget, and a small wooden stand. No, jam is not written on there. I think it is just a generic picture they use. FYI, my barrel aged manhattans were amazing in this thing after two weeks.
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Use the "inverted method"---better flavor, always consistent. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ugj5OONvGZQ (I top up the water after I stir.)
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Depends on the barrel, but usually yes. I had to cure the last barrel for about a week with water first.
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I don't know if I can answer this question. Maybe post it on the Barlean's website. I guess is it doesn't taste rancid it could still be used.
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Probably not all that well. I'd recommend Bar Keeper's Friend, but be sure to follow the instructions on the bottle.
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Dunk in Powdered Brewery Wash (PBW) in warm water with a bottle brush. Sanitize with stars an and Bottle Rinser (Sulphatizer)
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I have not made an attempt to do anything but water. I am very satisfied with flavoring the water as the instructions prescribed. The carbonation is excellent for adding whatever you prefer. You will probably have quite a mess with carbonating with juice.
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Yes, I'm bottling in glass bottles / press on caps. You get better carbonation. However, check your local brew store and you can just buy the root beer extract for $10. If your already home brewing you have the cleaning wash and yeast on hand most likely.
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I sure have. I actually use both. The Royal Oak leaves a nicer flavor on the food, but the Stubbs lays down a better base of coals and lasts longer. I think it depends on what your using it for and how long you need the coals to last. ...or you could do what I do. Use a mix of both.
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absolutely,the only limits are those within your recipes...just use the starter for your yeast ,and or fixin'[s from king arthur to give it a wonderful flavor...have fun....
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I use bits because you can use a smaller amount. I put in about a tablespoon of bits in after the barrels fill and again every 10 days if not used. This is what my county AG suggested and it seems to work great.
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I'd say a few days, up to a week, similar to other growlers. it would help if you flushed with CO2 first. Manufacturer mentions this is not suitable for carbonating/aging.
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It is very similar, but you must let it condition for longer than Mr. Beer suggests to get the full flavor. Two weeks fermenting and a minimum of two weeks in the fridge conditioning make the difference. And then it is outstanding!