Well I just completed my first batch of Root Beer.Considering it was my first attempt ever at brewing anything, I suppose I'd call it a success,however I have a few observations & questions.
1) It needed more carbonation. possibly not letting it sit long enough? or maybe too little air space in bottle?(pet) I left about 11/4" air space.Added the yeast when mixture was at 85 degrees. Used champagne yeast.
2)I would prefer a stronger heavier root beer.not sure how to accomplish this. Tad more extract? I use malto dextrin.
1) It needed more carbonation. possibly not letting it sit long enough? or maybe too little air space in bottle?(pet) I left about 11/4" air space.Added the yeast when mixture was at 85 degrees. Used champagne yeast.
2)I would prefer a stronger heavier root beer.not sure how to accomplish this. Tad more extract? I use malto dextrin.