Vigo_Carpathian
Well-Known Member
Up to this point, I have always batch sparged and ended up with very good results. This past brew day, instead of draining the wort after mashing 60 mins, I simply added the remaining balance of water at the necessary temperature to result in 168F. I then let it sit for 10 mins (same as I do if batch sparging) and drained the entire volume into the brew pot for the boil. After doing this new method, I ended up getting the same efficiency as I always get (about 75%). Is there anything wrong with this technique? I can't think of any difference it would make as long as the efficiency is maintained. It makes things so much easier.