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DME vs. LME
andrew000141:
At my store it's 3$ for a lb of DME and 13$ for a 3.3 lb can. So I thought it was weird that anyone would use LME because I assumed DME was cheaper in general.
euge:
--- Quote from: andrew000141 on May 09, 2012, 08:29:56 am ---At my store it's 3$ for a lb of DME and 13$ for a 3.3 lb can. So I thought it was weird that anyone would use LME because I assumed DME was cheaper in general.
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That is probably a Muntons can which is expensive. The bulk extract is what we are talking about.
Joe Sr.:
I only use DME and I buy it in bulk (50 lb bag or 55 lb.).
I've never done the direct comparison, but I always thought it was cheaper. The 3.3 lb cans are VERY expensive.
I prefer the DME because it's lighter in color and I feel like I have more control with it. It's my base for all my beers and I adjust body, color, etc. with 5lbs or so of grain.
It's been years since I've done a LME batch, but I do believe that with some of the fresh extract out there you could make a very good all extract batch with LME. I think there's more variety available, including rye extract, so that's a definitely a benefit.
kylekohlmorgen:
I only use a little extract at a time (to bump up a few points or make starters).
The lid sticks on LME if you're not careful. DME is also easier to dose out, esp. by weight.
Is it just mean, or does DME taste fresher?
bboy9000:
I recently listened to an old podcast of Basic Brewing Radio from August 25, 2005. James Spencer interviews Bob Hansen from Briess Malt & Ingredients Co. about malt extracts. Very informative. LME does usually darken beer compered to DME but will stay fresh as long as it is stored in a cool, dark area (as you know some extracts come in plastic bottles which let light through). DME does have alonger shelf life though. In the interview they get into the difference as to how each type of extract is produced. Find it on ITunes or use the link below:
http://www.basicbrewing.com/index.php?page=basic-brewing-radio-2005
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