Carbonation Tabs vs Priming Sugar

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GeoGirl

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What are the pros and cons of using carbonation tablets over priming sugar? So far, I have only used the priming sugar but friends of mine that have just started brewing are using the carbonation tablets and this has me wondering. thanks
 
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I always use malt to kick off carbonation in the bottles. When I keg I use nothing but a week or so under pressure. I always thought sugar left a flavor in the brew that I didn't like.
 
GeoGirl said:
What are the pros and cons of using carbonation tablets over priming sugar? So far, I have only used the priming sugar but friends of mine that have just started brewing are using the carbonation tablets and this has me wondering. thanks
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The carb tabs are easier to use, but IMO, sugars the way to go. I find it easier to get the level of co2 I desire with sugar. But listen to Revvy and Pappers, read up and experiment for yourself and do what works. By the way, I grew up in crystal lake, just west of round lake. :mug:
 

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