Storing Beer

[MAS_Puros]

Does anyone cover the caps of the beers they age with wax? Which wax should you use?

I want to store my beers and was thinking of dipping them in wax.

 

[Smokin'Sims]

I would try the wax used for wine bottling. Northern brewer has it in various colors and about 11.50 a pound. I have personally never had beer around long enough to store and age it. Although, that would be something fun to try.

 

[tkoepp]

Sealing beer / wine in wax is a way to ensure that even the tiniest leak will be sealed, usually done for beers that will be stored for long periods of time.

http://www.beer-wine.com/product_info.asp?...amp;sectionID=1

 

[MAS_Puros]

Sealing beer / wine in wax is a way to ensure that even the tiniest leak will be sealed, usually done for beers that will be stored for long periods of time.

http://www.beer-wine.com/product_info.asp?...amp;sectionID=1

Thanks Tim

 

[smellysell]

I wax everything in the cellar that I plan on having around for more than a year. Whether or not there are really any benefits is a bit of a heated debate, but I figure with as much money as I have sunk in the cellar I'll risk wasting the money on wax. Plus I can use it as a color coded vintage dating system!

Most homebrew shops sell the kind of wax you'll need. If you have any questions let me know Mike.

 

[BigJake6904]

I apologize for bumping this thread, though it really isn't that old.

I had a couple questions regarding storing/ aging beer. Justin, you said if you plan on storing beer over a year you wax it...does that mean up to a year (on beers that are from micro-breweries, specifically...) you don't really need to worry about them losing the carbonation or flavor?

If I keep them at room temp, will I have to do anything or worry about them becoming flat for up to a year? Do most beers mellow out or become more rich with a little age? I recently was gifted some nice micro-brews and would like to see how they develop by having one every few months....but don't want to worry about them becoming flat, etc.

Thanks for the help guys, this is the only thread that came up in search when I tried to look for the answer.

 

[KeithS]

I apologize for bumping this thread, though it really isn't that old.

I had a couple questions regarding storing/ aging beer. Justin, you said if you plan on storing beer over a year you wax it...does that mean up to a year (on beers that are from micro-breweries, specifically...) you don't really need to worry about them losing the carbonation or flavor?

If I keep them at room temp, will I have to do anything or worry about them becoming flat for up to a year? Do most beers mellow out or become more rich with a little age? I recently was gifted some nice micro-brews and would like to see how they develop by having one every few months....but don't want to worry about them becoming flat, etc.

Thanks for the help guys, this is the only thread that came up in search when I tried to look for the answer.

Not every beer will bottle age. Some are specifically made to be consumed right away and will loose their desired qualities if left too long. For storage I believe you just want to avoid extreme temperatures, but some brews will specifically say to refrigerate on the bottle.

Keith

 

[Aventinus]

I apologize for bumping this thread, though it really isn't that old.

I had a couple questions regarding storing/ aging beer. Justin, you said if you plan on storing beer over a year you wax it...does that mean up to a year (on beers that are from micro-breweries, specifically...) you don't really need to worry about them losing the carbonation or flavor?

If I keep them at room temp, will I have to do anything or worry about them becoming flat for up to a year? Do most beers mellow out or become more rich with a little age? I recently was gifted some nice micro-brews and would like to see how they develop by having one every few months....but don't want to worry about them becoming flat, etc.

Thanks for the help guys, this is the only thread that came up in search when I tried to look for the answer.

You should store your beers in a cool, dark place. Not too cold however. Beers that are bottle conditioned (bottled with yeast) won't develop if refrigerated. The yeast won't be active. Different styles of beer age in different ways. Hoppy beers become more malty, alcoholic beers tend to mellow out (Bell's Expedition for ex.), beers with brett get funkier, etc. Some beers take on completely different characters, the changes are similar to what happens when aging cigars or wine. Typically higher alcohol brews withstand aging best. Beers can lose some carbonation, other get more carbonated. I've never waxed beer bottles, but it sounds like a good idea.

 

[smellysell]

They should be fine if you put them in a closet or something Jake, as long as your house doesn't get too hot. Like the others have said though, depends on what style and the ABV too.

 

[BigJake6904]

They should be fine if you put them in a closet or something Jake, as long as your house doesn't get too hot. Like the others have said though, depends on what style and the ABV too.

Well, living in Texas, the house stays around 75 or so, which I assume would be fine. The beer is called Ugly Pug a schwarzbier made by the Rahr brewery in DFW. I'm not sure of the ABV, but at this point it kind of reminds me of a Fat Tire with a more cherry like finish...I'm interested to see how it develops. Nothing like a few new hobbies. :laugh:

I appreciate the input guys. :thumbs: