Magnesium (Mg
+2
)
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Secondary mineral of hardness
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Enzyme co-factor (in the mash)
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Essential as a yeast nutrient (10-20ppm)
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Excess interferes with calcium solubility
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Excess gives sour-bitter taste
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Brewing salt: Epsom salt
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Brewing range:
10-30 ppm