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My Airlock Got CLOGGED… Time For A Blow Off Tube 

by Big Robb

If your airlock suddenly fills with krausen, gunk, or what we lovingly call “fermentation shite”… don’t panic. 🍺 This is actually a VERY common beginner brewing issue. In this batch, I was brewing a one gallon partial mash beer kit and the fermentation became WAY more vigorous than expected. The airlock completely filled up with … Read more

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Understanding the Blow Off Tube in Brewing Beer

by Big Robb

A blow off tube is a crucial component in the beer brewing process, particularly during the fermentation stage. It is a flexible, food-grade hose that is attached to the fermenter’s airlock, allowing excess carbon dioxide and foam, known as “krausen,” to escape safely. The other end of the tube is submerged in a container of … Read more

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