Ok, so I know there are about a million threads on this but I'm curious why the general consensus seems to be that it's ok to get a HDPE cooler up to 170 for sparging but it could be risky for a HDPE bottling bucket? I know lots of people do it. It just seems like it would cut out an additional piece of equipment for the space-impaired.
What do the the commercial breweries use? I would guess concrete or metal.
FWIW my true brew bucket says not to get it above 140F. I wonder if that's specifically so people won't mash in it? Anyone have any insight?
What do the the commercial breweries use? I would guess concrete or metal.
FWIW my true brew bucket says not to get it above 140F. I wonder if that's specifically so people won't mash in it? Anyone have any insight?