The optimum temperature for brewing is 64°F for Ales and Hard Ciders, and 60°F for lagers. The optimum temperature for conditioning is between 34°F - 38°F or as cold as your fridge can go.
These are the ideal temperatures - you'll be able to brew successfully with your Pinter without getting these exactly right, but try to get as close as you can for the best results.
As for the water temperature, we advise having this as close to room temperature as possible - straight from your tap will usually be fine. In the winter if your tap water is particularly cold, your brew can benefit from a touch of hot water before adding the brewing ingredients. Make sure to only add a small amount of hot water, as raising the temperature to above room temperature may impact the viability of your yeast.
It's also important to try and keep these temperatures as consistent as you can. We understand this isn't always possible, if this is the case then we recommend brewing for extended times to allow the yeast to fully do their job and ferment the beer.
We always suggest conditioning in the fridge for this reason, as it's the best way to ensure the temperature is kept consistent throughout the conditioning process.
Conditioning for as long as you can at a constantly cold temperature is a great way to ensure that your brew has a delicious flavour profile and perfect carbonation.