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I've done a half-dozen batches or so (5 gallons each, more or less). I've done a few porters, a couple amber ales and a Christmas ale a couple times.
Since we just got a second fridge (used), once I can afford it, I'm going to switch over to corny kegs and install a couple taps in the door or side. Washing and sanitizing bottles is a PITA.
I would brew more than I do, but we now have two local breweries--one is a pub, and the other has a taproom open in the afternoon/evening from Wed-Sun. Both of them serve excellent beer, and it's much less work than brewing...