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I mean hydrometer when I put SG tester. I'm working and not focusing or looking up the right words when I reply. I ordered a thermometer and hydrometer together from Amazon and it only came with the thermometer. I had already started the batch assuming it would arrive on time and not...

Someone check me please to see if I'm doing this right. First lets assume that the kit doesn't include the needed minerals. 6 Gallon batch 100% dilute because using distilled water Choosing "ballanced profile" for arguments sake Baking Soda NaHCO3 = 3 Gypsum CaSO4 = 3.5 Calcium Chloride CaCl2...

Big A is Amazon. Didn't want to promote or dis any place. Zero TDS (total dissolved solids) means basically distilled water. Water is run through particulate filter, 2 carbon filters, 2 RO filters (different but saves water and increases production) and then 2 DI filters. Extremely pure...

We are practically neighbors... a couple hours apart.

I am extremely new to all this. My brother gave me a bunch of ABC kits. I'm a "techie" and very much into the fine details. I have made 2 batches and the bubbler vent (I promise I'll learn the terminology) stopped about day 5. I then bottled and other than over tightening the caps the first...

My brother gave me a bunch of ABC kits and equipment. To be honest I don't like beer and very rarely drink alcohol BUT I love getting technical with things and learning. I'm having fun trying to brew a good beer as tested by my friends and neighbors. I am middle aged and living in TX. -Keith