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I'm seeking input on an improvement to my current temp control (cooling) setup. I've done a lot of searching, but can't find a post with this exact setup. My setup and environment are pretty standard (pic below): 7 gallon Chronical BME Aquarium pump inside chest cooler filled with water sends...

Martin, thank you for the reply. I did see the note in the spreadsheet stating that it is only in indicator, but the beginning of this thread (4 years ago!) discusses addressing excess bicarbonate. "It is a balancing act. As AJ said, you have to attend to excessive bicarbonate in brewing...

This is about the best balancing act I can do to keep the estimate at 5.5, and have all other levels within an acceptable range (except bicarbonate, of course).

Here it is.

Hi all, I'm looking for help in attaining a target mash pH of 5.5 for a dark beer using Bru'N Watet (first time) while keeping bicarbonate levels under control. I've searched and searched but cannot figure this out. I'm making an Oatmeal Stout (similar to Shakespeare featured on Can You...

Hello All, This is my maiden post. Thank you, in advance, for your help. My wife's parents called last night to let me know that they picked the hops they've been growing for me. They had a question: Should they dry the hops after they were done soaking them in water? I gulped and replied...