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      I usually have about a half gallon to a gallon left over. To help minimize loss, I like to take a fine mesh nylon bag and dump the...
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      refect replied to the thread Tilt readings...after calibration.
      I'll agree with you on this, even though I am one who tracks everything in my process. However, if things don't fall in place, I don't...
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      refect replied to the thread Tilt readings...after calibration.
      Lid was always on and latched shut.
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      refect replied to the thread Tilt readings...after calibration.
      Mine worked in a stainless vessel just fine before I stopped using it because it got all wonky with the readings and calibration. I...
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      refect replied to the thread Over hopped beer.
      It is not uncommon to adjust pH after dry hopping. I mainly like to get it dialed in early on so I don't have to worry about it later...
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      ^^^ This 100% Tell us a little more about your process and equipment and we can help you figure it out. Also remember to take notes on...
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      refect replied to the thread Over hopped beer.
      Generally low 5's is where I've seen good break formation. I believe a target of 5.2 is where you will see optimal break formation and...
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      refect replied to the thread Over hopped beer.
      100%. I like to target about 35 - 40 ppm of Na for my hazys. It definitely adds to mouthfeel and even adds to the perception of...
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      refect replied to the thread Over hopped beer.
      I use Brun water to determine my mash pH and water profile. There isn't much out there to determine pre boil pH so sometimes I adjust...
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      refect replied to the thread Over hopped beer.
      Not to go too much off-topic, but I've been going crazy with pH lately. It certainly should be tracked throughout the entire process (If...
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      refect replied to the thread Garage Brewing.
      I'm in Florida so no basement here. I too brew in my kitchen, but then bring the wort upstairs to my spare room where my glycol chiller...
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      refect replied to the thread Grind size and adjusting OG.
      I personally do not like diluting my wort unless it is with a minimal amount. I know it is an acceptable practice and will still produce...
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      Mine always falls out too. It usually happens half way through the mash. It's really not needed as others have mentioned. I always build...
    • refect
      It could possibly be oil's still on it from the factory. You may have to try something like TSP to clean it, then pbw after.
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      refect replied to the thread Potassium Metabisulfite - Boil ?.
      My tap water is pretty hard, so I always cut it with distilled water and then build it to where I want. Generally, chlorine will boil...
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