Once you're done Fermenting (or Cold Crashing), but before you remove your Brewing Dock, unscrew the Hopping Cap from the back of the Pinter.Take the Hopper, and remove the metal cap but do not remove the foil seal.Firmly hold the Pinter down and...

When setting up your brew, make sure you set your Hopper aside - you won&apos;t need this yet!Once you&apos;re done Fermenting (or Cold Crashing), but before you remove your Brewing Dock, unscrew the Hopping Cap from the back of the Pinter.Take the Hopper, and remove the metal cap but do not remove the foil seal.Firmly hold the Pinter down and screw the Hopper all the way in until it&apos;s flush. Allow a little time for the hop oils to fully go into the Pinter.&#xA0;Remove the Hopper and replace the Hopping Cap until flush with the back of the Pinter. You&apos;re now ready to Condition.Please note a small amount of beer may escape during this process.You can refer to the <a href="https://instructions.pinter.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">instructions&#xA0;</a>for further details and a video on how to Hop. <hr>If you&apos;re brewing the regular Space Hopper style (not the West Coast Edition), this will not come with a Hopper - so don&apos;t worry, you&apos;re not missing anything!

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The optimum temperature for brewing is 64°F for Ales and Hard Ciders, and 60°F for lagers. The optimum temperature for conditioning is between 34°F - 38°F or as cold as your fridge can go.These are the ideal temperatures - you'll be able to brew...

The optimum temperature for brewing is between 64&#xB0;F - 72&#xB0;F. The optimum temperature for conditioning is between 34&#xB0;F - 38&#xB0;F or as cold as your fridge can go.These are the ideal temperatures - you&apos;ll be able to brew successfully with your Pinter without getting these exactly right, but try to get as close as you can for the best results.As for the water temperature, we advise having this as close to room temperature as possible - straight from your tap will usually be fine. In the winter if your tap water is particularly cold, your brew can benefit from a touch of hot water before adding the brewing ingredients. Make sure to only add a small amount of hot water, as raising the temperature to above room temperature may impact the viability of your yeast.It&apos;s also important to try and keep these temperatures as consistent as you can. We understand this isn&apos;t always possible, if this is the case then we recommend brewing for extended times to allow the yeast to fully do their job and ferment the beer.&#xA0;We always suggest conditioning in the fridge for this reason, as it&apos;s the best way to ensure the temperature is kept consistent throughout the conditioning process.&#xA0;Conditioning for as long as you can at a constantly cold temperature is a great way to ensure that your brew has a delicious flavour profile and perfect carbonation.

What temperature should I Brew at?

Conditioning plays a vital role in the brewing process. It not only contributes essential tasting notes to your brew but also enables the naturally produced CO2 by yeast during fermentation to dissolve into the liquid.To ensure optimal beer...

Conditioning plays a vital role in the brewing process. It not only contributes essential tasting notes to your brew but also enables the naturally produced CO&#x2082; by yeast during fermentation to dissolve into the liquid.To ensure optimal beer quality, it&#x2019;s crucial to maintain a consistently cold temperature for a sufficient amount of time. Failure to do so can result in flat beer, excessive foam during pouring, and potentially, foam being pushed through the Carbonation Dial located at the back.Conditioning times can be influenced by different factors, including the temperature of the fridge, the ABV of the brew, and the pressure in the Pinter. Ideally, the temperature for conditioning should be around 34&#xB0;F (1&#xB0;C), but we understand that this may not always be feasible in a household fridge. Therefore, adjustments to the conditioning times may be necessary to achieve desirable results.It&#x2019;s perfectly fine to condition your beer for longer than the recommended time - doing so can often help improve carbonation and overall flavour, especially if your fridge runs slightly warmer than 34&#xB0;F (1&#xB0;C).If you notice excess frothiness in your brew when dispensing, you can easily address this by conditioning your Pinter for a few more days at a lower temperature, making sure to maintain a consistent temperature during this period. It&#x2019;s important to note that a full fridge or frequent opening of the fridge can cause higher temperatures or fluctuations in temperature.To keep your brew as fresh as possible, keep your Pinter in the fridge throughout the tapping stage.

Conditioning Advice

Once you have started a brew on the Pinter App, you will then be able to see the instructions on how to make the brew. Swipe up where it says "Purifying" and it will show you the instructions on how to purify your Pinter.Now simply swipe left and...

<h2 data-start="114" data-end="145" id="isPasted">Getting Started with Pinter</h2>If you&#x2019;re new to Pinter and want an overview of how everything works, we recommend watching our <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ijL3osx0q1Y&amp;list=PLbCjc5GigxLy2j5T0BLlzzAJJlxDss_Ad" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">YouTube playlist featuring Pinter U.S. CEO, Paul Benner</a>. The videos walk you through the entire Pinter experience, from unboxing to pouring your first pint.The playlist covers:<ol data-start="427" data-end="574"><li data-start="427" data-end="449">What&#x2019;s in the box</li><li data-start="450" data-end="475">Using the Pinter app</li><li data-start="476" data-end="496">Your first brew</li><li data-start="497" data-end="519">Tapping your beer</li><li data-start="520" data-end="545">Cleaning your Pinter</li><li data-start="546" data-end="574">Choosing your next brew</li></ol>You can also find this content on our <a href="https://pinter.co.uk/pages/getting-started?utm_source=exponea&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=email_uk_campaign_041225_ecom_pinter&amp;discount=FREENOW" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Getting Started</a> page on the website for easy reference.<h2 id="instructions"> Instructions</h2>Pinter instructions can be found in our Pinter app, which you can download <a href="https://try.pinter.com/download-app/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a> or via this <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbCjc5GigxLwkJuLL9gV1mf7yu7TIJHMY" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">YouTube playlist.</a> If you are having trouble downloading the app, we have a PDF version of the instructions also attached to this article.&#xA0;<div class="fr-deletable gorgias-file-attachment__wrapper" contenteditable="false"><div>attach_file <a class="gorgias-file-attachment__anchor-name" href="https://attachments.gorgias.help/GyBLV6k1ByV7NbQk/hc/0eMnwxKZVV79bDNo/2026032712-5996a246-b75c-44df-b686-b07ace907494-pinter-instructions.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Pinter-Instructions.pdf</a> 829.5KB</div>close</div> <blockquote class="elevio-box-info">Once you have started a brew on the <a href="https://support.pinter.co.uk/en/articles/306-how-do-i-download-the-new-app" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Pinter App</a>, you will then be able to see the instructions on how to make the brew.&#xA0;</blockquote><img class="fr-fic fr-dib" src="https://cdn.elev.io/file/uploads/T-KAq6Kncjz2FVlLMhPlDiKFgOtO18PfrMmZvV-2NoM/HJzuwBNnExftRlJbBnWaoWnAIqKD-2-aYDrsO1Hb-pk/Screenshot_20231128-132849-1yc.png"><blockquote class="elevio-box-info">Swipe up where it says &quot;Purifying&quot; and it will show you the instructions on how to purify your Pinter.</blockquote><img class="fr-fic fr-dib" src="https://cdn.elev.io/file/uploads/T-KAq6Kncjz2FVlLMhPlDiKFgOtO18PfrMmZvV-2NoM/ZqN6oNhrWLaQcQQhfAyXQOG1vupoo5TSP1X69NFR8Us/Screenshot_20231205-160622-sR4.png"><blockquote class="elevio-box-info">Now simply swipe left and follow the step-by-step instructions as necessary.If you wish to move ahead to the next segment in the instructions, keep swiping left, or click on the stages on the top panel.&#xA0;</blockquote><img class="fr-fic fr-dib" src="https://cdn.elev.io/file/uploads/T-KAq6Kncjz2FVlLMhPlDiKFgOtO18PfrMmZvV-2NoM/x6suUQwTRoUV5gyWgTG4_fRcot_fwr-BTt6jyBGOiJo/Screenshot_20231205-160622-bwM.png"><blockquote class="elevio-box-info">We also have these instructions in a handy <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbCjc5GigxLwkJuLL9gV1mf7yu7TIJHMY" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">YouTube playlist&#xA0;</a>if you prefer to watch them on a larger screen.&#xA0;</blockquote><blockquote class="elevio-box-warning">If you find at any point you need any additional assistance, please do get in touch with our Customer Service Team by clicking on the &quot;Support&quot; button at the top right of the App or by clicking the &quot;Need Help?&quot; button on our FAQ page.</blockquote>

How to view the Instructions

Always keep your Pinter vertical while brewing with the Brewing Dock attached. This upright position is essential for proper fermentation. If your Fresh Press uses a Hopper, add it before removing the Brewing Dock while the Pinter is vertical. This i

<h2 data-start="316" data-end="357" id="isPasted">&#x1F37A; Brewing Position - Vertical</h2><ul data-start="358" data-end="712"><li data-start="358" data-end="540">Always keep your Pinter vertical while brewing with the Brewing Dock attached. This upright position is essential for proper fermentation.</li><li data-start="541" data-end="712">If your Fresh Press uses a Hopper, add it before removing the Brewing Dock while the Pinter is vertical. This is done after the brewing stage is complete&#xA0;and before you start the conditioning stage.</li></ul><hr data-start="714" data-end="717"><h2 data-start="1759" data-end="1812" id="isPasted">&#x2744;&#xFE0F; Conditioning - Horizontal in the Fridge</h2><ul data-start="1813" data-end="2276"><li data-start="1813" data-end="1971">After brewing (and adding Hopper if used), remove the Brewing Dock and place the Pinter horizontal in your fridge.</li><li data-start="1972" data-end="2141">Conditioning lets CO&#x2082; dissolve into your beer and develop flavour. Consistent cold will help avoid flat beer or excessive foam.</li><li data-start="2142" data-end="2276">You can condition longer than recommended, extra time often improves carbonation and taste.</li></ul><hr><h2 data-start="1292" data-end="1334" id="-timing---follow-the-app-guidance">&#x1F551; Timing - Follow the App Guidance</h2><ul data-start="1335" data-end="1752"><li data-start="1335" data-end="1478">Each Fresh Press has minimum and recommended brewing &amp; conditioning times listed in the Pinter app.</li><li data-start="1479" data-end="1575">Recommended times give the best flavour and carbonation.</li><li data-start="1576" data-end="1752">If you must shorten time, you can reduce conditioning a little, but don&#x2019;t shorten brewing times, this part is less forgiving.</li></ul><hr data-start="1754" data-end="1757"><h2 data-start="719" data-end="747" id="isPasted">&#x1F321; Ideal Temperatures</h2>Brewing<ul data-start="760" data-end="1009"><li data-start="760" data-end="867">Aim for approx. 64 - 72&#x202F;&#xB0;F&#xA0;(18 - 22&#x202F;&#xB0;C) as your brewing environment.</li><li data-start="868" data-end="1009">Too cold slows fermentation; too hot can create off flavours. Try to keep this as stable as possible at room temperature.&#xA0;</li></ul>Conditioning<ul data-start="1028" data-end="1285"><li data-start="1028" data-end="1161">Once brewing is complete, your Pinter goes in the fridge horizontally for conditioning.</li><li data-start="1162" data-end="1285">Target around 34 - 38&#x202F;&#xB0;F&#xA0;(1 - 4&#x202F;&#xB0;C), as cold and consistent as your fridge allows.</li></ul><hr data-start="2278" data-end="2281"><h2 data-start="2283" data-end="2303" id="-handy-tips">&#x1F4CC; Handy Tips</h2>&#x2714; Water at room temp helps mixing during setup. &#x2714; If room temp is on the cooler side, extending brewing by few days can help fermentation finish properly. &#x2714; The Pinter should kept be kept horizontal after brewing,&#xA0;this allows even carbonation and prevents leaks.&#xA0;

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