how do i test my hydrometer to make sure it is accurate?

[funkydrummer88]

At 60 degrees, what should it read?

 

[Ooompa Loompa]

1.000 at 60 degrees

 

[funkydrummer88]

1.000 in water?

 

[RICLARK]

1.000 in water?

yes 60 degree plain tap water.

 

[BeerSmith]

Hi,
If you want to be picky, use distilled water.

The equivalent if you take it at 72F is a measurement of 0.999 on your hydrometer.

Cheers,
Brad