Expert: John Snyder - 3/2/2010

Question
QUESTION: Can I use Dried malt extract for priming instead of using corn sugar?

ANSWER: Yes you can,but the results can be less consistent,as malt extract,unlike corn sugar,varies in fermentable sugar content.

If you decide to use DME,there is a procedure that you should follow.

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QUESTION: Can you explain the procedure for using the DME for priming?

Answer
to prime 5 gallons of beer for bottling with DME,use 5&1/2 oz.by weight,or 1&1/4 cup by volume.Measuring by volume is not very accurate,and could be dangerous,leading to over carbonation

Mix the DME with 2 cups of hot water and boil for 5 minutes,before stirring into the beer(you do not need to let it cool before adding)