So, I'm getting ready to make my first all grain batch soon. I plan on using a 5 gallon cooler for our Mash/Lauter Tun. The books I've read all say that it is best to make a manifold for the cooler.
My question is, do we have to have the manifold in the cooler? Or is it OK to just use a grain bag in the cooler for our first few batches?
Thanks.
My question is, do we have to have the manifold in the cooler? Or is it OK to just use a grain bag in the cooler for our first few batches?
Thanks.