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    Does Bentonite pull down the yeast as well?

    I've read about Bentonite as a commonly used agent for clarity in wines. I just wanted to know if it sticks to the yeast as well and bring it down with it. If so, then im guessing these clear wines, cannot be primed in the bottle using sugar. Or is there still enough yeast in the clear wine to...
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    What's the point of drying malted barley?

    Thanks guys. Super helpful! I always assumed the enzymes would all be denatured in the heat while boiling anyway, and drying seemed like an extra step that achieved nothing. I never factored in workability and gumming up... makes sense. I dont plan on malting in the future (looks like a PITA)...
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    What's the point of drying malted barley?

    Hi, new to the whole brewing scene. I'm overloading on youtube videos and keep seeing pretty much eyeryone drying the wheat / barley after sprouting. None of them explain why though. I understand its necessary if its for storage. I want to know if this step can be skipped? I mean just use the...
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