Calculating efficiency?

[fa1321tx]

I am wondering how you guys calculate your mash efficiency? I mean if you use a hydrometer after the mash/sparge the wort is still around 140F what is the correction used for this high of a temp I found a chart in John Palmers book but it only goes to 120F. I don’t want to wait for it to cool as I am ready to begin the boil at this point.

Thanks!

 

[jdoiv]

I use the calculator in Promash to adjust my hydrometer readings. Beersmith has one as well.

 

[ajf]

I use a refractometer. No need to let it cool.

-a.

 

[IowaStateFan]

Just cool the sample in some running water in your sink. Takes all of about 2 minutes.

 

[fa1321tx]

Just cool the sample in some running water in your sink. Takes all of about 2 minutes.

Wow sometimes we really over think things. This is a great suggestion!
Thanks!

 

[Gabe]

roughly +14

 

[Denny's Evil Concoctions]

Keep in mind too that hydrometers are more accurate the closer they are to calibrated temperature. So cooling that sample down is best.