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    Hi Everyone, as mentioned in my introduction post, BOTL needs quite a bit of updating, patching and whatever else I might come across. Over time BOTL may be unreachable on occasion as I do migrations or updates, etc. Just be patient - we'll be back! I'll generally try to keep these maintenances until later in the evenings.

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  1. HIM*

    Homebrewers - Whats Fermenting?

    Strong truth lol. Some people in the homebrew scene are too damn intense. And when they start debating science and techniques things can get out of hand. I'm more of a RDWHAHB kind of guy so I find it pretty funny.
  2. HIM*

    Homebrewers - Whats Fermenting?

    ^ that summed it up well. Some methods are more efficient than others but each generally has its trade offs too. With BIAB your getting to brew AG, less gear needed, and smaller foot print but sacrificing a little efficiency to have it. Edit - nvm you guys are on a roll lol
  3. HIM*

    Homebrewers - Whats Fermenting?

    Cant blame you there, granted I would use them in something less traditional if the infusions actually came through well. That dates idea sounds really good though. Ive wanted to try something similar with figs one of these days but its never gotten off the tail end of the 'things to brew' list...
  4. HIM*

    Homebrewers - Whats Fermenting?

    ^ dead honest truth lol. @Lezanstar feel free to ask any questions you'll get good answers out of this group. If theres any advice I can pass on its patience and attention to detail. Get those 2 down and you'll be making great beer in no time. And one more thing....get that pipeline going you'll...
  5. HIM*

    Homebrewers - Whats Fermenting?

    Have you tried making infused versions? Ive seen the Cascade products but always had my doubts about what they'd actually attribute to the beer.
  6. HIM*

    Homebrewers - Whats Fermenting?

    Looks like that Amber recipe just had a link to this thread explaining how to make the stuff.... http://www.homebrewtalk.com/showthread.php?t=114837 Same method?
  7. HIM*

    Today's Smoke (2004-2022 Archive)

    ER 15
  8. HIM*

    Homebrewers - Whats Fermenting?

    Is that the same method that one dude uses for his Amber? It's called King Brian's Caramel Amber or something like that. I'm supposed to be brewing an Irish Red right now but I'm just too lazy today after my morning run, probably tomorrow. On the plus side I kegged up my Steamboat Willy Cali...
  9. HIM*

    Today's Smoke (2004-2022 Archive)

    Fuente blends are always like runway models... They've got legs for day
  10. HIM*

    Today's Smoke (2004-2022 Archive)

    Earlier... Now.... Happy Tat Tuesday!
  11. HIM*

    Adventures in home rolling

    Is the Dom ligero really that strong? I've rolled a few straight ligero fills and the strength just isn't where I want it to be. Though I've never used the Dom ligero.
  12. HIM*

    Homebrewers - Who is up for a BOTL brew?

    Good observation @jasonsbeer I can't say if your right or not but definitely something I didn't think of. Cigar City says they brew Zhukov from first runnings like this though and claim it makes a higher quality wort. I'd run a sparge anyways and brew a brown or mild with it. No sense wasting...
  13. HIM*

    My Father Le Bijou 1922 Box Pressed Torpedo, Your Thoughts

    I prefer the toro over the torpedo but I'm just not a fan of torps. Love the blend though the last 3rd is kind of a disappointment for my taste. Mainly that it mellows out too much. Not sure I'd say this deserves #1 but they've always been a great cigar. I don't know what made them special this...
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    Cigar Aficionado 2015 Top 25

    You happen to know what year the no.9 made it last time? I know the HE Piramide made it a couple years ago but I don't ever remember seeing any of the LPs. And I agree the HE deserved it although I think the lonsdale is that blends sweet spot.
  15. HIM*

    Today's Smoke (2004-2022 Archive)

    One of the best cigars I've smoked this year. Great combo of leather, dark fruit, and cocoa.
  16. HIM*

    Cigar Aficionado 2015 Top 25

    Funny how LP 9 makes the list now but when they still had that special something they couldn't crack the top 25. Personally I hope none of the cigars I enjoy make their list. Let the unaware chase CAs list and leave the gems for the rest of us.
  17. HIM*

    Rums

    Another +1 for Solera 23. That's that good stuff
  18. HIM*

    Today's Smoke (2004-2022 Archive)

    Happy Tat Tuesday!!
  19. HIM*

    Today's Smoke (2004-2022 Archive)

    Do you maduro? If you don't you should!
  20. HIM*

    Villiger just lost my business

    I see your point and my bad I was getting the impression you felt it was justified just because others have it worse.
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