Recent content by IcicleToes

HBT, I know this has been touched upon in previous threads, but I would like to ask if anyone has an opinion on using pure sodium percarbonate instead of proprietary blends like One Step or Easy Clean. What would be the advantage of blending sodium percarbonate with sodium carbonate, for...

How does one calibrate a thermometer at strike temp? Sounds like a good plan, because I don't quite trust the ice and boiling water methods.

I would argue that rinsing is not always sufficient. A bit of residual crud will still be there, even if it is not apparent. I think a good way to go is to triple rinse after opening, then later on do a one-step soak (or other sodium percarbonate based cleaner), then finally hit those bottles...

That is superb. Thanks, Mr. Delange! That water is from the Denniston Water Project, by the way, in California. Cool to know I can recreate that profile from RO. Much appreciated.

Nice, AJ! Thank you. How about this water profile? Calcium 22 Magnesium 1.8 Sodium 18 Chloride 42 Sulfate 12 Bicarbonate ? Alkalinity 101 Total Hardness 211

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Okay, here's what happened with this project. Thread resurrection time! I went ahead and soaked the grains in a bucket, scooped off the chaff that rose to the top, and repeated that process a few times. Not much dirt or chaff present - maybe two cups worth. The raw barley smelled like dried hay...

Thank you for the recommendations! I appreciate the help. Can't wait to experiment.

I see. Thanks for clarifying!

Whatup, HBT soldiers! I'm having some difficulty using the available water spreadsheets, and I'm at the point where I need some help. I've read Brungard's Water Knowledge, as well as most of Palmer's Water book, so I have an idea of mash ph, buffering, alkalinity, and the various salts and acids...

I've become a fan of the Anchor bottles. I've noticed the inner diameter is slightly larger than many other bottles, which makes it easier to get a bottle brush in there. The shape is pretty unique as well.

Well then it's settled. I will do a thorough washing and see what I'm dealing with. I'll post my results as this project progresses. Malt, I can't help but notice that you may have joined the forum to respond to my post. Your input has been greatly appreciated! Sounds like you have some malting...

Malt, you are the man. Thanks again for weighing in. I spoke to a rep at Volkman who was very hesitant to give me any concrete answers, since they are not involved with the production, and they don't want to advise people to use the product for human use (for legal reasons). He did mention...

Thanks for the info! I appreciate the reply. I will have to investigate a bit further and see what Volkman has to say. Not too excited about pesticide residue.

Now that's an idea! I am definitely going to give it a try. Thanks for the input and encouragement, amigos. I love these experiments.