Chemistry and Water Adjustment

Used in place of Gypsum when sulfates are not desired. Adjusts mash pH down. 1 gram in 1 gallon changes the salt levels by 72 ppm calcium, 127.5 ppm chloride and adds 180 ppm to the hardness.

88% concentration. Use to adjust pH of sparge water down.

88% concentration. Use to adjust pH of sparge water down.

Quick acting Five Star Defoamer 105 is a 10% silicone food-grade emulsion designed to control foam in most aqueous systems, including kettles and fermenters. Defoamer 105 disperses easily and is effective against a wide range of food products. All emulsifiers used in Defoamer 105 are nonionic.

Phosphoric acid is used to lower mash pH. It is said to be tasteless while lactic in large quantities can potentially leave flavor. 

Phosphoric acid is used to lower mash pH. It is said to be tasteless while lactic in large quantities can potentially leave flavor.