Chlorine and Chloramine

[dobberson24]

I've been reading a lot about these two water issues but am still not sure of one thing. Are they only an issue if you can taste them in your brewing water or are they bad even at levels that you can't detect? Anyone know?

 

[Mojzis]

Honestly I don't think it hurts to treat in either case. I bought a bag of campden tablets months ago and have tons left. I sprinkle a little in my water the day before I brew to be safe.

 

[david_42]

Even if the levels are too low to taste, the chemicals that are formed during brewing might be. 2 or 3 ppb of o-chlorophenol is very noticeable.

 

[dobberson24]

Okay thanks. Think I'll pick up some campden tablets.