To my view the fermenting is looking good so far. Bubbles are popping up through the airlock regularly, which means (I think) that Co2 is sneaking out. There is a gradient of color in the bucket, from light gold/amber at the top to dark/black "stuff" at the bottom. Atop the water are fermentation bubbles and cream. Basically I think fermentation is proceeding correctly...so far.

So, my hopes are high. I don't want to drink 5 gallons of foot.