Water makes up more than 90% of beer, yet it’s often the most overlooked ingredient. The Great Fermentations Water Chemistry Essentials Kit gives homebrewers a simple, approachable way to start dialing in their brewing water — no advanced chemistry background required.
Great Fermentations curated this kit to make water chemistry approachable, effective, and repeatable for everyday brewing. This kit includes the most commonly used brewing salts and acids to help you:
- Adjust mash pH for improved efficiency
- Fine-tune mineral profiles for different beer styles
- Enhance malt expression, hop character, and overall balance
Whether you’re brewing pale ales, lagers, or darker styles, proper water chemistry can noticeably improve clarity, flavor, and consistency. This kit pairs perfectly with brewing software or water calculators and is an excellent next step for brewers ready to level up their process.
Kit Includes
- Magnesium Sulfate - 4 oz.
- Calcium Chloride - 2 oz.
- Gypsum - 2 oz.
- Calcium Carbonate - 2 oz.
- Phosphoric Acid 10% Solution - 8 fl oz.
- Mini Digital Scale (great for weighing water salts AND hops!)
- Great Fermentations Water Quick Reference Guide