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I am brewing a dales pale ale clone (oskar blues) this weekend....

#2 ansel adams?

that sounds like a great idea! I love simcoe hops as well (60 min ipa). I have noticed a shortage on line though...

I have only completed a hand full of AG 5 gal batches and I am completely hooked! I am a hop head! I see this forum is a flourishing home brew community and am excited to be apart of it! Cheers~ :mug:

this is per my manufacturer's recommendations grumpy pants....

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Storing electrodes in distilled or de-ionized water is not recommended as it will deplete the hydrated layer of refillable electrodes and decrease the life of non-refillable electrodes. For long term storage a solution containing a 50:50 mixture of 4 M potassium chloride and ph 4 standard...

a 4 or 7 buffer is a good and cheep storage solution

Thank you for the info! My mash ph came in at 5.4! Didn't need to add anything!

I am seeking advice on the best method to lower the mash ph to 5.2 (if needed). I have a portable ph probe/analyzer. I have 10% phosphoric acid. Should I grab a mash sample after doughing in, cool to room temp, and measure ph? Should I use one teaspoon of 10%phosphoric acid diluted in one...