hawkeyes
Well-Known Member
Hello, I plan on making a IPA and will be using the Pale Ale Profile. I will be using RO water, is there any need to add Bicarbonates to match the profile? According to Bru'n Water, I am at 5.4 pH without adding acidulated malt. If I match the profile and add bicarbonates my pH goes up to 5.6 and I would need to add acidulated malt to get it back down to 5.4. Is there any benefits to adding Bicarbonates to a IPA?