Burning LME

[azfalcon]

So I took it off the heat after 35 minutes and let it set a minute or so then added the LME stirring the whole time. Don't think I burned the LME but how would you know ahead of time if you did

 

[Ogri]

So I took it off the heat after 35 minutes and let it set a minute or so then added the LME stirring the whole time. Don't think I burned the LME but how would you know ahead of time if you did

There'd be a pretty unmistakable burnt caramel aroma coming from your Brew Kettle and when you poured the wort into your fermenter you'd see evidence of scorching on the bottom of the pot.

Going by your description, it definitely sounds like there's no need to worry about having burnt your LME.

 

[TastyWheat]

Yeah you're fine. All's good.