Frequently Asked Questions
BEER WINE
What should I expect during the fermentation process? (Are there different types of fermentation - if so, how do they differ?)
You should expect to see your airlock bubbling away for a few days as it vents CO2 from the fermenter. There should be a thick foamy layer on top of your "Proto-beer", sometimes greenish in color from the hops. This will settle after a few days, but will leave a ring around your fermenter. You might notice a yeasty or bready aroma coming from the airlock. If your hearing is really good, you might hear your fermenter fizz from the CO2 being produced. When activity stops, you should be ready to bottle or keg, or rack (siphon) to a secondary fermenter.
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