So - on a whim i decided to try natural carbing in my keg. It was truly a comedy of errors, starting with my math. I accidentally tossed in twice as much priming sugar as was called for. Then, after a few days, a strange impatience took over. I hooked up the keg and served it. Immediately I noticed a tart estery flavor that was not present at the end of fermentation ( and should not be present in my new Kolsch ).
But I had company about, and so i agreed to let everyone taste. The number 1 response “This is the best smoothest IPA I have ever tasted.” ???
Honestly I was ready to take it out and let it finish, but it was a bit of a large party, and the keg is now empty. I think I need more discerning friends.