B BrewskiBroski Well-Known Member Joined Mar 9, 2010 Messages 83 Reaction score 1 Location Newark Sep 24, 2010 #1 I know there is risk of metallic tastes by using an Aluminum Kettle, however is there still that risk using an Aluminum HLT? Let me know. Thanks!
I know there is risk of metallic tastes by using an Aluminum Kettle, however is there still that risk using an Aluminum HLT? Let me know. Thanks!
J jpc Supporting Member HBT Supporter Joined Jan 22, 2009 Messages 1,900 Reaction score 73 Location Santa Clara, CA Sep 24, 2010 #2 Not in my opinion. I use an electric turkey fryer as a HLT, and haven't seen any issues with my beer.
Not in my opinion. I use an electric turkey fryer as a HLT, and haven't seen any issues with my beer.
jason.mundy BIAB Purist Joined Jul 1, 2007 Messages 319 Reaction score 24 Location Ellettsville Sep 24, 2010 #3 Read this: https://www.homebrewtalk.com/f11/faq-aluminum-pots-boil-kettles-49449/
Captain_Bigelow Well-Known Member Joined May 13, 2009 Messages 803 Reaction score 11 Location Los Angeles Sep 24, 2010 #4 As long as you create a good oxide layer on the inside, I don't think there is any risk of metallic tastes.
As long as you create a good oxide layer on the inside, I don't think there is any risk of metallic tastes.