So, what next?

[maestrotee]

Aahhh! So much good information. You guys are the best. I definitely chose the right message board.
Cheers!

[mattman688]

if you were using dry yeast, a starter is not required... and next time you brew, really focus on fermentation....fermentation temps is one of the most important aspects in making great beer... higher temps increase fusel alcohols... and that can lead to some off flavors and some terrible hangovers if you drink too much

[Taboot]

Your next beer is going to be a little more complicated. I think you said it is a bock, which is a lager, so you will have to find a way to temperature control your fermentation at lager temps. They are typically a lot lower than ale fermentation temps. You can start your fermentation in the 60s, but you will need to be lower than that during the bulk of the fermentation. Hopefully someone else can chip in with some lagering info, because I don't have temp control for lagers, so I stick with ales.

On a second note, your house is 75 during winter...in the Region? What is that gas bill? 500 a month. I think my wife might want to move in with you. Our house is a crisp and comfy 68 during day and 62 at night.