All Grain Brewing

Now that I've finished a few batches a beer it's finally time to start doing some "real" brewing. Buying 20 min boil kits are very simple and can produce some decent beer but if you want something unique and extremely flavorful all grain brewing is necessary. I will completely document my transition to this method and give a list of all the supplies needed. Stay tuned!

Latest batch of beer almost complete

I planned on having this batch finished when I finished finals but I got a bit lazy and had to bottle it Thursday. Now I have some Christmas gifts for my family and friends! Happy holidays everyone!

Draft Kit, New Beer Kit, Birthday Party

As a present to myself I finally bought the draft system so instead of bottling my beer after fermenting I can now put it directly into my keg and force carbonate it. I'M EXCITED! This has been one of my brewing goals for awhile and everything is finally falling into place. This next beer I will be brewing will be a Plain American Ale, this should be a light, crisp, refreshing beer and something that can be enjoyed during anytime of the year. I kinda wanted this to take place a month ago so it would be ready for my birthday party but oh well. Anyway I plan on documenting my entire process and helping anyone who's interesting in getting into this hobby!

Birthday in a couple weeks, present for myself

Well my birthday is coming up and I've come up with what I think is a great present to myself. As of yesterday, I will workout every single day until the day of my party. No bad food, no alcohol, nothing that will limit my goal of feeling great for my party. Hopefully it pays off and it will also help me get into a normal workout routine. Obviously I plan to continue working out after but I'm hoping this gets me going! So instead of buying yourself something you prolly don't need, like I usually do, give yourself something good!

The Black Crowes: Shake Your Money Maker

If you're from the country and you enjoy rock n' roll there's a very good chance you've heard of The Black Crowes. This has to be one of my all time favorite albums mostly because of its twangy southern rock sound. It's unlike anything I've ever heard.

Take a listen to a few of their songs from this album and you might just fall in love.

Motorcycle ride to Bloomington, IL

This weekend my friend and I had a nice 200 mile round trip ride to Bloomington and we averaged 49mpg. Here's some pictures.

My friend firing my Ruger SR40c, 9 Rounds

The first time my friend fired a handgun.