{"product_id":"craft-a-brew-calcium-chloride-primary-brewing-salt-for-home-brewing-4oz","title":"Craft A Brew Calcium Chloride - Primary Brewing Salt for Home Brewing (4oz)","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCraft A Brew Calcium Chloride is a primary brewing salt designed for home brewers who want to tailor mineral content in their water. This 4oz bottle provides a precise source of calcium to support your water profile during mash and fermentation. Adjusting calcium levels can influence mash chemistry, mineral interactions, and hop perception, helping you move toward a fuller, well-balanced beer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it works\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCalcium chloride helps harden soft water and lower pH, factors that can affect flavor development and chemical reactions during fermentation. It is one of the core brewing salts used to boost calcium levels in beer, potentially supporting clearer fermentation and steadier acidity across a range of styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat you might notice\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePotentially improved extract yield during mashing as calcium ions interact with mash enzymes and starch conversion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePossibly more consistent fermentation with better yeast health and clumping behavior in certain conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA fuller, rounded mouthfeel and a slightly sweeter finish in styles that benefit from balanced calcium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore predictable pH behavior when water is on the softer side, helping you dial in your recipe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor best results, dissolve 1 gram per gallon in a small amount of cold water. You can add 1 gram per gallon just before steeping specialty grains, or as the water is heated for mashing or sparging. Calcium chloride can be used in place of Gypsum whenever sulfates are not desired, offering a flexible option for mineral management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuality and brand story\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCraft A Brew, based in Orlando, Florida, aims to be a trusted source for reliable homebrew ingredients. The brand combines practical performance with thoughtful design and a commitment to environmental sustainability, supporting a mindful brewing journey with every batch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What is Craft A Brew Calcium Chloride used for in home brewing?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Used to adjust mineral content and help control water hardness and pH during mashing and fermentation, supporting flavor development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How should I dose Craft A Brew Calcium Chloride?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Dissolve 1 gram per gallon in cold water, then add before steeping or during heating for mashing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Craft A Brew","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57045482602878,"sku":"B0CHN7BH76","price":21.3,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0990\/2935\/2830\/files\/craft-a-brew-calcium-chloride-4oz-bottle.jpg?v=1772945341","url":"https:\/\/boropantry.co.uk\/products\/craft-a-brew-calcium-chloride-primary-brewing-salt-for-home-brewing-4oz","provider":"BoroPantry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}