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Calcium chloride (CaCl2) is one of the main brewing salts used for water mineral adjustment because it is a good source of both calcium and chloride, both of which are commonly desired in the brewing water.
Calcium chloride absorbs water from the air quite rapidly; it should be stored in tightly sealed containers and resealed promptly after use.[1] This is a problem because as the amount of water increases, the amount of salt by weight decreases, and therefore measuring by weight will not give an accurate representation of the salt content. Commercial difference sources may also have different levels of purity.[2]
- https://www.brunwater.com/articles/working-with-calcium-chloride
- https://www.brunwater.com/articles/a-better-way-to-store-and-use-calcium-chloride
Products available online
- MoreBeer - anhydrous salt: 2 oz, 1 lb, 5 lb, 50 lb
- Pure (via Amazon) - hydration unspecified: 1 lb
References
- ↑ Ryder DS. Processing aids in brewing. In: Stewart GG, Russell I, Anstruther A, eds. Handbook of Brewing. 3rd ed. CRC Press; 2017.
- ↑ Palmer J, Kaminski C. Water: A Comprehensive Guide for Brewers. Brewers Publications; 2013.