Water for Stout recipe question??

[Catfish1320]

Is bottled spring water ok to use to brew a stout, or should I add anything to it. I know eventually I need to tackle water chemistry, but all I been really focusing on is technique since switching to AG. I have brewed 3 AG batches now and have just used bottled spring water. Thanks.

 

[Jayhem]

Spring water usually is pretty neutral pH and has plenty of minerals for yeast health. Stouts are easy because the dark grains help keep your mash/Sparge pH in ideal range (5.2-5.4). RHAHB.

 

[helibrewer]

I think spring water is too low in carbonate for stouts. Do you have brewing software like BeerSmith?

 

[Catfish1320]

Yes I use Beersmith, but I don't know the make up of the water I'm using.