Measuring density
 

Simple question and I am sure there is a simple answer....

If I put some sugar in (say 1lb) and then after a few days how do I
measure the density of the must? the bubbles make the must not unlike
coca-cola and when put into a hydrometer the bubbles stick to it and
make it rise upwards. How do I get an accurate measure (or even a
rough one)?
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Rob Chafer
Silverfrost

Measuring density
 

I usually just give the hydrometer a spin (twirl). This knocks off the
bubbles momentarily and you can develop a knack for getting it to
"settle" on the correct reading before it slowws to a stop and more
bubbles cause it to "float" again. Hope this helps.

Charlie



Robert wrote:
> Simple question and I am sure there is a simple answer....
>
> If I put some sugar in (say 1lb) and then after a few days how do I
> measure the density of the must? the bubbles make the must not unlike
> coca-cola and when put into a hydrometer the bubbles stick to it and
> make it rise upwards. How do I get an accurate measure (or even a
> rough one)?
> --
>
> Rob Chafer
> Silverfrost

Measuring density
 

Charlie's method is the accepted method. In truth, there is not accurate
way of measuring SG during fermentation but then you do not need an accurate
measure. Just get a rough reading and that let's you know how things are
progressing. The only time I measure SG during fermentation is when I am
racking it. If it is within 5 points of where I want to rack it I do so. I
do not bother recording this number and use it for noting else.

Ray

"pcw" > wrote in message
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>I usually just give the hydrometer a spin (twirl). This knocks off the
> bubbles momentarily and you can develop a knack for getting it to
> "settle" on the correct reading before it slowws to a stop and more
> bubbles cause it to "float" again. Hope this helps.
>
> Charlie
>
>
>
> Robert wrote:
>> Simple question and I am sure there is a simple answer....
>>
>> If I put some sugar in (say 1lb) and then after a few days how do I
>> measure the density of the must? the bubbles make the must not unlike
>> coca-cola and when put into a hydrometer the bubbles stick to it and
>> make it rise upwards. How do I get an accurate measure (or even a
>> rough one)?
>> --
>>
>> Rob Chafer
>> Silverfrost
>