First let me start by saying that I am pretty knowledgeable about the all grain process but since I have yet to do it yet I have some questions for everyone.
First, I don't want to start a debate over which is better because everyone has there opinion. I want to batch sparge at first since fly sparging would be a pain in the ass on my first all grain brew. But, I want to get a false bottom for my 5 gallon gott style cooler so that I can fly sparge later down the road. Who here batch sparges with false bottoms and has success? Any tips?
Second, how do I factor in the dead space under the false bottom?
Third, What efficiency should I shoot for on my first brew?
Any other relevant information is appreciated. Thanks!
First, I don't want to start a debate over which is better because everyone has there opinion. I want to batch sparge at first since fly sparging would be a pain in the ass on my first all grain brew. But, I want to get a false bottom for my 5 gallon gott style cooler so that I can fly sparge later down the road. Who here batch sparges with false bottoms and has success? Any tips?
Second, how do I factor in the dead space under the false bottom?
Third, What efficiency should I shoot for on my first brew?
Any other relevant information is appreciated. Thanks!