I read many people with 5500w elements tend to reduce the boil to 70% after the boil has started, I assume this is to reduce boil off and to avoid boil overs. But is it actually better to have a small rolling boil or an absolutely maximized one?
The Benefits of maximized boil:
Maximized boil maximize the amount of dms being boiled off (i think?)
Maximized boil would have a higher boil off rate and require more water to be sparged or added in biab. Since the water/sugar ratio is higher, I assume this would increase extraction efficency.
The drawbacks:
increased cost for either propane or electricity
Increased water fumes in the air (might cause exaust problems if inside)
Scorching possibility?
What do you guys think?
The Benefits of maximized boil:
Maximized boil maximize the amount of dms being boiled off (i think?)
Maximized boil would have a higher boil off rate and require more water to be sparged or added in biab. Since the water/sugar ratio is higher, I assume this would increase extraction efficency.
The drawbacks:
increased cost for either propane or electricity
Increased water fumes in the air (might cause exaust problems if inside)
Scorching possibility?
What do you guys think?