BIAB (brew in a bag)
Term from the Brauwerkstatt brewing glossary, category “Brewing and equipment”.
Explanation
The grain sits in a large grain bag in the pot. After mashing, the bag is simply lifted out. Often done without sparging, so all the water is mash water. Cheap and ideal for beginners.
Test your knowledge
What does BIAB stand for?
- Beer in a Bottle
- Bitterness in a Beer
- Brew in a Bag
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Correct: Brew in a Bag. With “Brew in a Bag” you mash in a fine mesh bag inside the kettle. To lauter, you simply lift the bag out.