Hey Hive account@jacobchamplain thanks for the kind words! Making beer is a blast, and I agree the kits might help you get your foot in the door, but they fall short of a real brewing experience. I use the most simple "all grain" set up to brew which is called "BIAB" or brew in a bag. The trend started in Australia, and is becoming widely recognized as not only the most simple method, but as a method which produces quality indistinguishable from some of the more complex brewing methods. You only need one vessel, and a large mesh bag which will hold your grains. I will definitely write up a quick BIAB guide sometime next week when I brew going from "grain to glass." I've been brewing consistently for close to 2 years now, its a great way to kick back and enjoy a morning or afternoon!