Checking O.G.
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Brulosopher
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25518 said:
Check it before you pitch yeast. The idea is to measure the amount of sugar in the pre-fermented wort (OG) and compare it to whatever's left after fermentation (FG) to get an ABV reading.
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Do it after the boil, but before the yeast. Ensure you correct for temperature as well.
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That will work but 65F or lower is better - less chance of blowoff and huge fermentation temp swings.
