As I'm at the end of day 4 of my first brew (wheat), I'm wondering about taking a temp and hydrometer reading to see where I sit with the FG. Primary fermentation wasn't too vigorous but lasting a solid 36 hrs. Now as primary decreases, I'm wondering if I need to take the readings.
The problem is I'm worried about contamination and oxidation. Because I shouldn't be taking the lid off until I'm ready to rack to secondary, correct (Brewers don't want to expose the wort to open air after you seal it?)? Then, I can take a temp and gravity reading. And finally, the FG really only matters when I'm going to bottle? Does anyone have any advice on racking to secondary for a less than vigorous Amer. Honey Wheat?
The problem is I'm worried about contamination and oxidation. Because I shouldn't be taking the lid off until I'm ready to rack to secondary, correct (Brewers don't want to expose the wort to open air after you seal it?)? Then, I can take a temp and gravity reading. And finally, the FG really only matters when I'm going to bottle? Does anyone have any advice on racking to secondary for a less than vigorous Amer. Honey Wheat?