jmkratt
Well-Known Member
So I am still learning AG brewing, I have about 10 batches done and am ready to incorporate my hopback for some IPA's. I have done a fair amount of research and have now successfully confused myself and I am hoping someone can set me straight.
What I am doing now as soon as the boil is done:
Recirculate: Brew Kettle > Chugger Pump > Plate Chiller > Brew Kettle
This seems to be working just fine.
I don't know if this will work with the hopback though. I know the hopback adds flavor/aroma due to the high temperature of the wort. However as the temperature of the recirculation drops drastically will using the hopback provide any benefit at all?
My plan was to add the hopback as follows in the recirculation:
Brew Kettle > Hopback > Chugger Pump > Plate Chiller > Brew Kettle
I would sincerely appreciate any comments or suggestions.
Thank you!!
What I am doing now as soon as the boil is done:
Recirculate: Brew Kettle > Chugger Pump > Plate Chiller > Brew Kettle
This seems to be working just fine.
I don't know if this will work with the hopback though. I know the hopback adds flavor/aroma due to the high temperature of the wort. However as the temperature of the recirculation drops drastically will using the hopback provide any benefit at all?
My plan was to add the hopback as follows in the recirculation:
Brew Kettle > Hopback > Chugger Pump > Plate Chiller > Brew Kettle
I would sincerely appreciate any comments or suggestions.
Thank you!!