0:253:32How to make a Fly Sparge - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipAt the top of the cooler. Now what our plan is going to be is to have the sparge hang over the sidesMoreAt the top of the cooler. Now what our plan is going to be is to have the sparge hang over the sides a little bit and rest on the top of the cooler. So next you gotta gather your supplies.
Fly sparging is the process of using a sparge arm, or any device that allows the water to sprinkle over the grains in the mash tun. A sparge arm is used as it helps prevent channeling of the water in the grain bed. Channeling should be avoided if you want to achieve the highest extraction rate.
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1:463:03How to Brew All Grain - fly sparge - YouTubeYouTubeStart of suggested clipEnd of suggested clipOr the sparge water into another cooler this is called your hot liquor tank. Place the hot liquorMoreOr the sparge water into another cooler this is called your hot liquor tank. Place the hot liquor tank above the mash tent and connect the sparge. Arm. This is called fly sparging.
Fly Sparge Process The slow and steady process is what causes the great efficiency rate for this method. The process itself is not particularly complicated once your equipment is set up.