beretta
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I've been working on simpllfying my brew process. I figured one way I figure I could reduce complications was to reduce my infusion mash formulas down as much as possible. I figure by always using a mash grain/water ratio to 1.25 qts/lb (or 2.5 lb/lb by weight) would allow me reduce complexity. For instance... the standard Palmer infussion formula would reduce to:
Tstrike = Tgrain + (Tmash - Tgrain) / 6.25
Thereby making the formula even simpler. But what am I losing by always using a set mashing ratio? What are the effects of different ratios, and is it all that important?
Also: Does anybody use the more complicated formula compensating for "slaking heat" created by the hydration of grain in water?
Tstrike = Tgrain + (Tmash - Tgrain) / 6.25
Thereby making the formula even simpler. But what am I losing by always using a set mashing ratio? What are the effects of different ratios, and is it all that important?
Also: Does anybody use the more complicated formula compensating for "slaking heat" created by the hydration of grain in water?