Expert: John Snyder - 10/23/2004

Question
Hi John
      where do i obtain litmus paper and the colour chart to go with it.In south australia  there are no colour charts and the brew shops say the water is good enough.Hoping you can help
                       yours sincerely
                           W.Lord  

Answer
W.Lord,check out this site

              http://oz.craftbrewer.org/Library/Methods/Sanders/pHintro.shtml

Based on the unique characterisics of Australian water,for brewing,i would start here.I would think you would be wanting to look at color indicators in the ranges of 5.0 to 8.5.

If you find that you still need assistance,let me know,and what specific Ph range you are interested in.

                   John