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

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

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
>