One of the most critical components in homebrewing is the airlock. But what exactly is it and how do you use one? To put it simply, an airlock is a device that allows carbon dioxide to escape from your …

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Nov 11, 2025 · All airlocks have one thing in common. The intent is to allow gasses from fermentation to escape from the fermenter while keeping contaminants out of your homebrew. However, there are …

Delve into the debate on whether fermentation should be airtight and discover the surprising factors that can sway your decision.

Apr 25, 2023 · An airlock is a device that’s used to regulate the release of gases from a fermenting vessel, typically during the brewing process. It’s not an absolute necessity for brewing beer, but it …

For most types of homebrewing, distilling, or fermenting, people tend to use airlocks. Airlocks provide a few key benefits to the fermenter. Firstly, fermentation airlocks keep the fermentation vessel more …

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Aug 20, 2013 · After cooling it off, I put it in a five gallon plastic barrel that came with the starter kit. No matter how hard I try, the barrel won't close tight. Does it matter if the barrel isn't air tight or did I ruin …

Fermentation typically occurs in an anaerobic environment, meaning without air. This makes the formation of ethanol much more efficient. However, some forms of brewing, such as those that occur …

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