BakerBrewing
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I have been brewing a decently high gravity IPA for the past few months. I have brewed this beer in both a extract and all-grain as a process. Typically I brew a 5 gallon batch. I like the use of a Safale - US 5 dry yeast packet for this beer ( I use two packets) I found a get a better final gravity once complete. My main sticking point is I lose about 1/2 a gallon after the primary fermentation. I have a few questions as I really can't find a good answer else where.
1. Is this normal? - my thought is that it is.
2. Will adding a 1/2 gallon of water before pitching effect the final product?
3. Should I be using a air lock or blow off tube?
Any suggestions would be very helpful as this is expensive beer to brew, but I love having it on tap.
1. Is this normal? - my thought is that it is.
2. Will adding a 1/2 gallon of water before pitching effect the final product?
3. Should I be using a air lock or blow off tube?
Any suggestions would be very helpful as this is expensive beer to brew, but I love having it on tap.