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I have been having issues with my ferments taking a long time to finish (3+ weeks). I assume this is sluggish yeast. I always make 2L starters (liquid yeast) and active fermentation takes off within 24hrs, which I believe suggests I’m not under pitching. Lots of rapid airlock activity for the...

I'm in the market for a pH meter and am looking for recommendations. I understand the life and accuracy of the meter comes largely from good user operation (cool sample before measurement, frequent calibration). Are there any reputable brands? And where to buy from?

Brewed a Hefe on Sunday with 65% wheat/35% pilsner. Also tried a step mash for the first time. The mash schedule I was attempting was 45/64/73 for 30 mins each but ended up with 46/55/66. I BIAB with a crown urn with concealed element but decided to use boiling water additions to raise the mash...

Has anyone tried using recultured Coopers yeast in a hefe? I know it can throw some big banana flavours when fermented at 20C+. The yeast is also pretty low floccing so should make a nice hazy beer. Thoughts?