Hi All,
Would like to know how to convert all grain recipes (which are usually for 3V and the like) to BIAB.
I have only been brewing for a few months and still trying to understand terminology and processes, things
like step mashing, mash outs, protein rests etc. Too much at this stage, that's why BIAB is so appealing-K I S S.
I have the beersmith program but I don't know how to adapt it to the BIAB mashing style and volumes.
Not good with programs!
I use a 40lt Birko urn and no-chill cube(s)
All help appreciated,
Cheers.
Post #2 made 15 years ago
I pretty much ignore the mashing in Beersmith. I do hand calculations and input the boil volume direct into Beersmith by unchecking "Set Boil Volume Based On Equipment" near the top. That will get your IBU calculations. Batch size will get you your OG. I use the "Strike/Infusion Temp" tool to get my water temperatures. Here is a step by step of my process:
http://littlehouseonthesandpit.wordpres ... ou-choose/
Having said that, you can set up mashes for Beersmith if you really want to, use one of the "Single Infusion" mashes and put your volumes for water in.
I hope you can see past the English Units.
http://littlehouseonthesandpit.wordpres ... ou-choose/
Having said that, you can set up mashes for Beersmith if you really want to, use one of the "Single Infusion" mashes and put your volumes for water in.
I hope you can see past the English Units.
Blog: http://littlehouseonthesandpit.wordpress.com/
Facebook BIAB Group: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=7 ... 978&ref=nf
Facebook BIAB Group: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=7 ... 978&ref=nf
Post #3 made 15 years ago
To keep it simple, I'd suggest to skip step mashing, mash outs, and protein rests until you get a few BIAB under your belt, then the sky is the limit. Go for full volume mash (all the water you need to get to preboil volume = boil off + grain absorption + batch size)to keep it simple. Don't fear the squeeze. Get a sanitized bucket with an upside down colander in it and put your grain bag on top. Use a pot cover to squeeze the bag and get the wort out.
Keep good notes; measurements will help you refine your process.
Undershoot your volumes a bit at first, you can always dilute in the end or add water in preboil.
Get an old comforter or sleeping bag to wrap your kettle and you will hold your temperatures really well.
Take your time the first few BIAB sessions, don't race, be detail oriented, RDWHAHB, have fun, and you'll be fine.
Keep good notes; measurements will help you refine your process.
Undershoot your volumes a bit at first, you can always dilute in the end or add water in preboil.
Get an old comforter or sleeping bag to wrap your kettle and you will hold your temperatures really well.
Take your time the first few BIAB sessions, don't race, be detail oriented, RDWHAHB, have fun, and you'll be fine.
Blog: http://littlehouseonthesandpit.wordpress.com/
Facebook BIAB Group: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=7 ... 978&ref=nf
Facebook BIAB Group: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=7 ... 978&ref=nf
Post #4 made 15 years ago
Hi there smilinggilroy and welcome to the forum,
Any all-grain brewer, BIABrewer or traditional, has to convert recipes unless they happen to have exactly the same equipment as the brewer providing the recipe. So, the question is really, "How do I convert recipes to suit my equipment," rather than, "How do I convert all-grain recipes to BIAB."
Recipe conversion is a hard thing to get your head around when starting out. I suggest having a read of this thread and especially this post within that thread. It will take a few reads for stuff to start sinking in.
You should also feel free to post to that thread any recipe you want converted or checked.
Happy brewing
,
Pat
Any all-grain brewer, BIABrewer or traditional, has to convert recipes unless they happen to have exactly the same equipment as the brewer providing the recipe. So, the question is really, "How do I convert recipes to suit my equipment," rather than, "How do I convert all-grain recipes to BIAB."
Recipe conversion is a hard thing to get your head around when starting out. I suggest having a read of this thread and especially this post within that thread. It will take a few reads for stuff to start sinking in.
You should also feel free to post to that thread any recipe you want converted or checked.
Happy brewing
,Pat
Last edited by Pat on 11 Oct 2010, 18:14, edited 5 times in total.
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