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is it okay to add extra water to the secondary?

Hi,

Here's my second attempt at posting this. I'm making a coffee stout but I only put 21 litres of water in the primary. I suspect it may come out too strong so I was wondering are there any problems with adding an extra litre or two when I transfer to secondary?

Thanks,

Richy

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Richy
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Hi

I do that fairly often - if my brew turns out stronger than anticipated, I sometimes add water. In fact, because I have a boiler which is only just big enough for my usual 5 (UK) gallon brews, I sometimes deliberately brew too strong and add water to the secondary in order to gain a couple of extra pints.

Theoretically, I suppose there is a chance of infection using cold water direct from your faucet (tap to us Brits), but I have never had any problems.

Regards

KGB

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KGB

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