Is kegging worth the investment for home brewers?

Absolutely. Kegging eliminates 2-3 hours of bottling work per batch, produces more consistently carbonated beer, and lets you adjust carbonation levels. The $250 initial investment pays for itself in time savings after 5-10 batches. Most experienced home brewers consider kegging the single best upgrade they have made.

What temperature should I ferment beer at?

Most ales ferment best at 64-72°F. Lagers require 48-55°F, which usually needs a temperature-controlled refrigerator. Fermenting too warm produces off-flavors (fusel alcohols and esters). A temperature-controlled fermentation chamber is one of the most impactful upgrades for beer quality.

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