I brewed a batch of hefeweizen, using grains and malt extract. It was the first time i have brewed alone, usually more experienced friends are around to help. I thought i did everything right but the beer tastes yeasty, kinda like undercooked bread (best way I can describe it). Its been in bottles for 5 weeks or so. it has tasted the same from week one. It looks great, has good carbonation. I have no clue what went wrong. Any ideas? A friend had the same thing happen to him. he chalked it up as a lost batch and left it in his garage for 6 months. when he remembered about his bad beer he opened one and they were pretty good. Could it be possible I need to let em age a bit? Any info would be much appreciated.
Thanks,
John
PS I want to get into whole grain brewing. can anyone suggest a good internet retailer for equipment and supplies? Ours in town is pretty lame.