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  1. kXb

    Hydrometer and refractometer discrepancy

    I usually do a partial mash. Very good info...thanks to all for the input
  2. kXb

    Hydrometer and refractometer discrepancy

    Temperature was 75F and my hydrometer is calibrated to 60F. Well poop, I didn't realize it was not useful after the boil and OG but I'm not too terribly disappointed. I haven't been testing during the boil but would like to. What is the process (other than the obvious usage of equipment)...
  3. kXb

    Hydrometer and refractometer discrepancy

    I was excited to try my new refractometer, Hanna Instruments Hi96811, to measure my Oatmeal Stout. I calibrated with distilled water and then checked reading again and got a reading of 0.0. I then checked my stout and got a brix of 8.0. This device has auto temp control and when converted to...
  4. kXb

    Is it necessary to dry siphon/bottling tubes?

    amandabab how often do you brew? i only manage a 5g batch every 45 days or so
  5. kXb

    Is it necessary to dry siphon/bottling tubes?

    i notice that after i clean my brew equipment, the bottling and siphon tubes take forever to dry. my cleaning method is to run hot soapy water through, rinse with clean, and hang to dry. to me this seems like a mold growing opportunity. do i need to be concerned about this? if they...
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