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Post #3 made 13 years ago
by wizard78
As hashie said, 81% should be achievable by all, but to discount any error in measurement etc it is best to get an average over 5 brews or so. If you follow your same methods then you should be able to repeat your efficiency.
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Post #5 made 13 years ago
by stux
The achievable efficiency depends on your liquor to grain ratio and your sparge volume.

Check out this calculator
http://www.biabrewer.info/viewtopic.php?f=74&t=1066

It actually derives everything from conversion efficiency
Fermenting: -
Cubed: -
Stirplate: -
On Tap: NS Summer Ale III (WY1272), Landlord III (WY1469), Fighter's 70/- II (WY1272), Roast Porter (WY1028), Cider, Soda
Next: Munich Helles III

5/7/12

Post #6 made 13 years ago
by thughes
Great job! I usually end up with around 82-83%. It's important to realize that the actual number is not as important as being consistent.
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Post #7 made 13 years ago
by rich27500
I think what's happened is I am finally getting my maxi-biab sparge right. I have a 26l boiler and I start with 20l in the boiler. I did 3 dunk sparges of roughly 3l using my fv to sparge in and topped up during the boil. I was a bit despondent first time I tried this recipe because I ended up with just 17l at target SG. I know us beginners shouldn't get too hung up on figures I just wasn't happy with low numbers. Although...that 17l was very nice beer, so the true test is a few weeks away. Will quality be matched with increased quantity?

Post #8 made 13 years ago
by rich27500
I posted pics and my technique (largely informed by Ralph's Maxi-BIAB guidance,) but was nervous about posting on this way more expert forum. Silly really so here's a link http://www.thehomebrewforum.co.uk/viewt ... 21&t=21655 I hope that's not breaking any forum etiquette.

Please note the box of kronenbourg was a misinformed Christmas present and were only used in an emergency.
Last edited by rich27500 on 29 Jan 2012, 15:39, edited 3 times in total.

Post #13 made 13 years ago
by BobBrews
I get along great with everybody. Of course a few beers will help me soften my views. I just finished cleaning up after a brew day and my legs are so soft I can barley stand! I have to wait longer before I start testing ? past brews!
Last edited by BobBrews on 30 Jan 2012, 03:25, edited 3 times in total.
tap 1 Raspberry wine
tap 2 Bourbon Barrel Porter
tap 3 Czech Pilsner
tap 4 Triple IPA 11% ABV
Pipeline: Mulled Cider 10% ABV

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Post #15 made 13 years ago
by stux
rich27500 wrote:I posted pics and my technique (largely informed by Ralph's Maxi-BIAB guidance,) but was nervous about posting on this way more expert forum. Silly really so here's a link http://www.thehomebrewforum.co.uk/viewt ... 21&t=21655 I hope that's not breaking any forum etiquette.

Please note the box of kronenbourg was a misinformed Christmas present and were only used in an emergency.
Nice brew day log. A triple sparge is going to really help getting all the sugars out :)
Last edited by stux on 30 Jan 2012, 08:24, edited 3 times in total.
Fermenting: -
Cubed: -
Stirplate: -
On Tap: NS Summer Ale III (WY1272), Landlord III (WY1469), Fighter's 70/- II (WY1272), Roast Porter (WY1028), Cider, Soda
Next: Munich Helles III

5/7/12

Post #16 made 13 years ago
by thughes
Lylo wrote:You do seem to get along with everyone.I saw those dumbells in his pics and thought of you ........

:scratch:
Last edited by thughes on 30 Jan 2012, 23:33, edited 3 times in total.
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Post #17 made 13 years ago
by BobBrews
You do seem to get along with everyone.I saw those dumbbells in his pics and thought of you ........
I think he meant this.

http://www.stempski.com/biab.php

I gave the (Most)of the dumbbells to my grandson. I was to weak to keep moving them around my garage. I now lift corny kegs and glassfuls of beer for exercise!
Last edited by BobBrews on 30 Jan 2012, 23:48, edited 3 times in total.
tap 1 Raspberry wine
tap 2 Bourbon Barrel Porter
tap 3 Czech Pilsner
tap 4 Triple IPA 11% ABV
Pipeline: Mulled Cider 10% ABV

http://cheesestradamus.com/ Brewers challenge!
    • SVA Brewer With Over 100 Brews From United States of America
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