Morrey
Well-Known Member
I do propane fired BIAB with a mesh basket and have dialed in my process (including grind) to the point I can nail 87% conversion efficiency like money in the bank. This consistency is key in recipe design and repeatability in results.
I usually do 75 minute mashes in a kettle insulated with a mover's blanket, and only stir once at the mid-mash point to conserve temperatures by limiting the time I uncover my kettle. Given that I am getting 87% as is, how much more efficiency is there to be gained?
I figure to get higher efficiency, some sort of mash recirculation system would be needed. Then temperature control comes into play...and on and on and on. Long story short for those who are willing and able to make recirculation happen, how much more is available? I know 87% is the baseline, and how much more can be added?
Just asking this question knowing full well I seriously doubt it is worth it to make any changes at this point. Curious minds wanting to know...nothing more.
I usually do 75 minute mashes in a kettle insulated with a mover's blanket, and only stir once at the mid-mash point to conserve temperatures by limiting the time I uncover my kettle. Given that I am getting 87% as is, how much more efficiency is there to be gained?
I figure to get higher efficiency, some sort of mash recirculation system would be needed. Then temperature control comes into play...and on and on and on. Long story short for those who are willing and able to make recirculation happen, how much more is available? I know 87% is the baseline, and how much more can be added?
Just asking this question knowing full well I seriously doubt it is worth it to make any changes at this point. Curious minds wanting to know...nothing more.
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