It is not the refractometet that is the problem...although I am very new to this, my understanding is that the alcohol that is produced in the fermenter throws the readings off. Im talking 4.5 brix with a hydrometer...9-11 brix with refractometer.
So, I have been documenting the differences for...
Well I appreciate both arguments. To be honest, I have actually been using both to record readings and am filling a spreadsheet out. I would like to know my refractometers error of correction.
For the last six batches I have been quite surprised as to the difference the hydrometer reads vs...
Sorry guys...i just realized I posted the wrong picture for this thread the first pic if Clearwater Christmas Ale...this picture is the Recipe posted above:
Also just sampled the second Christmas Ale...this was is amber based and has a much fresher spice bill. I literally grew my beard within 5 minutes of sampling this...cant wait for this one to be conditioned amd bottled!!!
Update: This was was a sloow starter...but it finally got going. All the spices mellowed out quite a bit before bottling, but it smells great. Tastes good, but almost too muted...we will see how it turns out after a month or two in the bottles:
BTW I used 5 packs of mulling spices instead of clementine, ginger, and cinnamon. Used 1oz of vanilla split scraped and all thrown in, 12oz of raw honey, and 1/2tsp of Allspice.