I know what you mean about the 10 gallon batches.
Once I did my first, found out it only took an additional 45 mins, I was hooked.
I am not knocking extract at ALL.
I made award winning beers for years using extract and I urge anyone interested to start with it.
Cheers,
knewshound
I really need to start entering more competitions not only locally but some of the national ones as well. So far, the best I can claim is third in 16C on a state entry.
I know some guys who brew for acclaim and awards but I prefer personal gratification and the occasional kudos from friends.