Alcohol

[Itchy64]

Hi,
Does anyone know of somewhere I can send samples of my brews to get professionally tested for alcohol volume? I'd like to find out how accurate my hydrometer is.

 

[Revvy]

I'm curious as to why you wouldn't just calibrate and check the accuracy of your hydrometer?

It's much quicker, easier, and probably cheaper.

 

[Itchy64]

I have done that but I want to get it done professionally

 

[ncbrewer]

I can't help with that, but welcome to the forum.

 

[BigEd]

https://www.siebelinstitute.com/services/analytical-services-catalog/

 

[Morrey]

For commercial applications where it is mandated by law to label products accurately, this is a priority situation.

As a home brewer, a half percent abv% is unlikely to be a major concern, but it is nice to be accurate for sure. I use a digital Milwaukee Brix Hydrometer which is tested/calibrated to be quite accurate. From there, you can use calculation programs and determine abv percentages using OG and FG (when alcohol is present).

I am not suggesting the purchase of a digital meter, but I have good results with mine.