Now at conclusion of my third AG batch, my efficiency was 75%, 90%, and 55% respectively.
What the heck? First was a hef, second a pale, third a wheat ale. I know that wheat can affect mashing somewhat, but I've got a big difference here.
I'm batch sparging in my rectangular cooler mash tun with manifold (very good filtration, no vorlauf needed).
I should note that the first batch was a semi-fly sparge. we didn't have all the gear to collect the wort so we drained half, then started adding sparge water while draining the rest.
What the heck? First was a hef, second a pale, third a wheat ale. I know that wheat can affect mashing somewhat, but I've got a big difference here.
I'm batch sparging in my rectangular cooler mash tun with manifold (very good filtration, no vorlauf needed).
I should note that the first batch was a semi-fly sparge. we didn't have all the gear to collect the wort so we drained half, then started adding sparge water while draining the rest.