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How to use the Hydrometer |
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When you take a reading you need to adjust a little for the "bend" caused by the capillary force. The true value will be at the bottom of the bend, usually 1-2 units below where the wine meets the hydrometer. If your wine contains much CO2 (i.e. still is fermenting or only just stopped) you need to be careful - the CO2 bubbles tend to stick to the hydrometer after a few seconds and then lift it up. Best trick is to give the meter a short spin, then stop it and take a reading immediately. Remember to calibrate the hydrometer before you use it to get the most accurate reading. |
