So I'm brewing my first ale in the 6.5 gallon plastic fermenter. It's been almost two weeks and I want to get a hydrometer reading. I'm aware of how we're supposed to protect the brew from outside air, but I don't see a way other than removing the lid to either get a sample or to drop the hydrometer into the bucket, given the equipment that I have.
Is this short term surface exposure to the atmosphere alright as long as I don't sneeze or drop hair, etc?
I've searched the forum, but am coming up empty on answers on this one. Recommendations?
Is this short term surface exposure to the atmosphere alright as long as I don't sneeze or drop hair, etc?
I've searched the forum, but am coming up empty on answers on this one. Recommendations?