I want to make sure this setup is ok...
I'm doing one gallon test batches with the BIAB method. After I factor in grain absorption and boil off rate, I need 7 qts to start with to end with 1 gallon for a 60 minute boil. The issue is my pot is an 8 qt pot. If I fill the pot up to 7 qts then put in the grain, it will overflow.
Is it ok to only use 4 or 5 qts for the mash, then fill the rest of the pot up after the grain comes out?
I know the real answer is "get a bigger pot", but I want to brew today and if I spend another dollar on something my wife will possibly hurt me...
I'm doing one gallon test batches with the BIAB method. After I factor in grain absorption and boil off rate, I need 7 qts to start with to end with 1 gallon for a 60 minute boil. The issue is my pot is an 8 qt pot. If I fill the pot up to 7 qts then put in the grain, it will overflow.
Is it ok to only use 4 or 5 qts for the mash, then fill the rest of the pot up after the grain comes out?
I know the real answer is "get a bigger pot", but I want to brew today and if I spend another dollar on something my wife will possibly hurt me...