Yep, I used it when I first started all grain brewing but moved onto using a baby burco that I could control the heat on.

Thanks guys, the reason I asked is I have a huge pot like Mickyp I used to use for home brewing sat in the garage and was thinking about using it.
Will stick it on e-bay and get something a bit smaller.
Cheers,
TC

Might sound a daft question, but what is the ideal size for making the gravy if there is one?
TC

Interesting thread this.
I used to be into brewing big time mainly for the regional and national competions.
I'll look out a couple of recipes if anyone wants them.
Making lager ain't much more difficult to make than ale though. lagering means simply to store at low temperatures, the secret is double or even tripel decoction mashing, soft water and the manufacture of DMS to gain the true continental flavours.
Looking forward to seeing this thread grow.
TC

Thanks Chewy,
That looks great, would be OK to put it a slo cooker?
Cheers,
TC

Hi Chewy,
Yes, I'm looking to produce a batch for say 8 people rather than single BIR portions, can you help?
TC

We have friends coming over next weekend for a curry night, and I've decided to do a chicken and beef madras from scratch rather than BIR style.
I'm sorted with the chicken version thanks to Mikes recipe but wonder if anyone has a good beef madras from scratch recipe I could use?
Thanks for any help,
TC

Thanks Chewy,
Trying your base this weekend.
Cheers,
TC

Thanks Ramirez,
THAT'S IT !!!!!

Brilliant, thank you mate.

TC

Thanks Guys,
Really useful info, think I'll opt for the Meyer as I've got a gas hob.
TC