Mbrew

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Brewing efficiency

Compare malt potential with actual wort readings to review extraction.

macOS · iOS · iPadOS — Mac preview; iPhone and iPad in beta.

This page explains a tool in the Mbrew app. Perform the calculation in Mbrew; this website does not run the calculator.

App availability

What you enter

Malt potential, wort volume and gravity

What you get

Estimated efficiency

MacBrewing efficiency: actual calculation interface
iPhoneiPhone · Brewing efficiency: actual calculation interface
Actual Mbrew calculator interfaces on Mac and iPhone, in the selected language.

How to use it

  1. In Mbrew, open Tools and select Brewing efficiency.
  2. Enter the following values using the units shown in the app: Malt potential, wort volume and gravity.
  3. Review Estimated efficiency, then compare the inputs and result with your batch plan.

Interpreting the result

Compare grain potential with measured wort volume and gravity at the same process point. Check units, sample correction and volume basis before interpreting unusually high efficiency.

Common questions

Can I calculate directly on this page?
No. Use the matching tool inside Mbrew. This page provides instructions and a screenshot.