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I just made my first kit brew two days ago, a Cascade Pale Ale and am looking forward to trying it. Bottles I have to use for bottling are 500ml for which my local Brewcraft shop in Richmond did not have carbonation drops for specifically. The drops they sell are one for 330ml bottle, or two for 750ml. Logically 1 1/2 would do a 500ml but that would require cutting them in half, so I was told to use sugar instead. I have a scoop for the exact measurement, but I want to get some opinions on which type of sugar to use, or whether to use it at all? Does the answer vary depending on different yeasts, hops or malts used for different types of beer?
Reading through various sources I have found a complete spectrum of opinions on this topic, some saying dextrose is preferable to sugar. Being my first brew I Am short on practical and even theoretical knowledge although I have ordered a few books on the subject which are being posted to me. I want to ensure I get it right and get the best possible result. Some expert advice would be greatly appreciated
Cheers
Reading through various sources I have found a complete spectrum of opinions on this topic, some saying dextrose is preferable to sugar. Being my first brew I Am short on practical and even theoretical knowledge although I have ordered a few books on the subject which are being posted to me. I want to ensure I get it right and get the best possible result. Some expert advice would be greatly appreciated
Cheers