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Fermenting

How Do I Use The Blow-off?

For aggressive yeast it is always recommended to use the blow off tube vs an airlock, since it makes cleaning easier. **1. locate a container. **2. Spray the container around the neck. **3. Fill the container with water to keep it stable. **4. Connec

What's Dry Hopping?

Dry-hop refers to any hop addition after the wort has been cooled down and the fermentation has started. Dry-hop additions typically happen during the primary or secondary fermentation. The dry-hop can be added straigth into the keg or added by filli

I Spotted White Color On The Fan Cover

Our production team has also noticed this issue, which affects approximately 20% of the Smart Kegs. While this issue won't hinder brewing functionality, it does affect the aesthetics of the keg. If you would like a replacement, please inform us, and

Smart Keg Doesn't Reach Target Temperature

There is most likely nothing wrong with your Smart Keg. If your keg is full, it will cool your beer down to 17-19℃ below the ambient temperature. In warmer climates, it may not reach this target temperature, especially in environments exceeding 28℃.

Keg is leaking

Encountering a leak in your keg can present an inconvenience, yet rest assured, we're here to guide you through the process of identifying and rectifying the issue. Follow these meticulous steps to effectively troubleshoot the problem:. If no of the

Can the Smart Keg be used for fermentation and serving separately from the MiniBrew system?

Smart Kegs can indeed be used as standalone devices for fermentation and serving. However, since MiniBrew is primarily designed as a comprehensive, automated brewing system, standalone keg operation might require initial assistance. Should you desire

Error: Base / Smart Keg lost it state

You've discovered a bug – hooray! The system is currently in idle mode and cannot provide action steps on what to do next. However, there's no need to worry about your brew, as the system remembers where it left off. While this doesn't happen often,