Do you add your own sugar? I want to make less-sweet root beer, is that possible with this kit?
1934625
Yes. Our first batch was too sweet so we left one of the three cups out in the second batch. We may even use less sugar in the next batch. We don't like or need all the sugar the recipe calls for.
84112
Tastes sweet to me... but I have not actually made root beer with this... I use it as an extract. Makes a killer root beer float cake! Really good root beer flavor!
681219
Yes, you can. Just remember, a Mr. Beer kit makes batches which are 2 gallons. Just make sure to note the batch size of any kit you use and re-portion the ingredients if the yield is more than two gallons. You can easily do this with a metric kitchen scale and a calculator. Also, a random tip, if you're ordering online, it's a good idea to keep some fresh brewers yeast on hand because depending on the age and storage conditions of the yeast in the kit, it may be dead, especially summer deliveries. And always sanitize everything pre-batch!
400834
I don't know whether there's a "right" answer to that question. I suggest trying it alone first and see how you feel about the results. I have not seen a need to combine Bu's Brew with any other product, so I have no empirical basis for my suggestion.
532840
just use the proper amount of suger with the brewing and it will be the best thing that you brew. So far it is the best batch that I have brewed so fare. Good luck.
2220931
No, you'll need a bucket set, bottles, optional wort chiller etc. This only includes the ingredients. It is a delicious kit however, I highly recommend it.
68816
I only have a humble Donvier, and am looking for something like this machine, but I have made Ice cream with Splenda (excellent) and Stevia (not so good, but I think it was bad stevia) and used substantially less of each than the sugar called for in the recipes. Consistency was fine, though I sometimes add a little gelatin if making a reduced fat batch. I would think you could make a no sugar added recipe that's fine as long as you use the Splenda. Not sure about other substitutes.
783979
Yes, you surely can! You will need special recipes, though. Recipes in "The Spunky Coconut" come to mind right offhand, but there are surely others. You will need recipes that don't depend upon the caramelization capacity of sugar to make them succeed, so you can't substitute successfully in all recipes.
2124356
What should I use if I want to mix my "own solution"? Ingredients please? All ideas are welcome! :)
263767
You can. You need to add the sugar just before or after the first few kernels pop.
362589
I would suggest changing the sugar water every 2-3 days. I make my own. 1 cup water and 1/3 c sugar. I do not use food coloring and that doesn't seem to mater to them.
1520378
No cooking ingredients are involved. The kit comes with Hopped Malt Extract (HME). Just bring to slow boil and add to fermenter. You can do your own mash if you want. Just adjust recipe for 2g. Otherwise you'd need larger equipment.
1060834
Youll get 8 1pint bottles out of each batch. Warning: dont dtink the beer as soon as its done. Let it sit for a couple weeks on the bottles first. The taste gets better. Also the beer that comes with it is not so great. Try other formulas. This kit is great to start learning the basics of home brewing.
506070
I use about 1/2 tsp. root beer extract. Also use about 1/4 tsp. of vanilla extract. Then some liquid stevia. Then fill the glass with ice cold, unsweetened sparkling water.
1942030
I don't know anything about the Brooklyn beer kit, but I reckon it could be made in any equivalent kit. I made my first few beers in a 2 1/2 gallon water bottle, unscrewing the lid every day to let out the excess CO2. I suggest you check the Mr. Beer process on Youtube (example: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R2HsvmEE_bg), and follow that with your kit.
379437
I didn't save my empty bottle and don't remember the 1/4 tsp to 1 C water directions. I made a whole-bottle recipe in a big "caldron" for Halloween and it definitely needed sugar. The dry ice was fun, but I put in too much at the first. Next time I'll keep some back so the "fog" will last longer.
1870713
You can make it by the pitcher. So, you could make it a cup at a time, if you wanted. Taste is comparable to other root beer extracts. You can also mix with water and simple syrup, adjusting to taste if you prefer your drink sweeter.