On Tue, 2 Dec 2003 16:27:09 -0500, <rgrimmond@sympatico.ca> wrote:[color=blue]
> Which is better to use LME or DME?[/color]

Whichever you prefer. With LME you need to make sure it's fresh, as you
can get off flavours if it goes stale. On the other hand, some people feel
it's easier to use than DME.
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> Do you use equal amounts in recipes?[/color]

Nope. LME is 20% water, so use 80% less DME than LME to get the same sugar
contribution.
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> I've been using DME for my last few batches but in my opinion my very first
> brew which was simply a can each of Black Rock Amber and Black Rock light
> with some Fuggle hops was the best so far.
> opinions?[/color]

Probably wasn't due to the form of extract you used.


John.

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