Tankard
Well-Known Member
Lowes has a 5 gallon round Rubbermaid right now for $22.00.
http://www.lowes.com/lowes/lkn?action=productDetail&productId=212747-1217-FG1785L42&lpage=none
I am currently an extract brewer who is planning to step up to partial mashing for the next batch. I eventually will go all grain, but I have space concerns that prevent me from buying all the extra equipment I will need (apartment dweller). Partial mashing seems like an ideal solution for me and I'm told the results are excellent.
Anyway, will a 5 gallon cooler be too large for partial mash, or too small for an all grain batch? I've been looking for a 3 gallon cooler for my partial mashing, because the small size will keep the heat temperature more stable and will allow a good grainbed level. I can't find a 3 gallon cooler for less than this 5 gallon cooler. Will the 5 gallon size allow for all grain batches to occur? About how many pounds of grain do these 5 gallon coolers max out at?
I appreciate the help. Thanks.
http://www.lowes.com/lowes/lkn?action=productDetail&productId=212747-1217-FG1785L42&lpage=none
I am currently an extract brewer who is planning to step up to partial mashing for the next batch. I eventually will go all grain, but I have space concerns that prevent me from buying all the extra equipment I will need (apartment dweller). Partial mashing seems like an ideal solution for me and I'm told the results are excellent.
Anyway, will a 5 gallon cooler be too large for partial mash, or too small for an all grain batch? I've been looking for a 3 gallon cooler for my partial mashing, because the small size will keep the heat temperature more stable and will allow a good grainbed level. I can't find a 3 gallon cooler for less than this 5 gallon cooler. Will the 5 gallon size allow for all grain batches to occur? About how many pounds of grain do these 5 gallon coolers max out at?
I appreciate the help. Thanks.