bg1414 Well-Known Member Joined Feb 11, 2013 Messages 141 Reaction score 8 Location Dayton Oct 19, 2013 #1 How much will 14 ounces of bourbon raise the overall alcohol content of my brew? I think i'm just having a brain fart. My beer is estimated 6.5% alcohol. Thanks
How much will 14 ounces of bourbon raise the overall alcohol content of my brew? I think i'm just having a brain fart. My beer is estimated 6.5% alcohol. Thanks
WoodlandBrew Well-Known Member Joined Oct 1, 2012 Messages 2,209 Reaction score 274 Location Malden Oct 19, 2013 #2 If the bourbon is 80 proof (40% ABV) and it is diluted into 5 gallons of beer then: (40% ABV * 14 oz) / (5 gallons * 128 oz per gallon + 14 oz) = 0.9% added ABV.
If the bourbon is 80 proof (40% ABV) and it is diluted into 5 gallons of beer then: (40% ABV * 14 oz) / (5 gallons * 128 oz per gallon + 14 oz) = 0.9% added ABV.