audiophool
Well-Known Member
The more I think about home brewing, the more I realize I need to learn. I am in the process of changing from (usually) partial extract to all grain brewing with a HERMS setup. Thinking about my mash tun, and where to locate the false bottom. For HERMS, given the recirculation, does it matter if the false bottom is relatively high from the bottom of the kettle, say 2-2.5"?, or would it be better to minimize the space under the false bottom (about 2 gallons for 2.5").
If the false bottom is elevated to 2.5", how should the mash volume be calculated? Include the volume under the false bottom, or not?
Thanks,
Mike
If the false bottom is elevated to 2.5", how should the mash volume be calculated? Include the volume under the false bottom, or not?
Thanks,
Mike