How much beer yield from barley?

It's impossible to give you a precise beer yield from barley without more information. Here's why:

* Barley Variety: Different barley varieties have different starch content, influencing how much fermentable sugar can be extracted.

* Malting Process: The malting process impacts the amount of fermentable sugar.

* Brewing Method: The brewing process (mashing, boiling, fermentation) affects the final yield.

* Beer Style: Different beer styles have different desired gravity (sugar content) and therefore different yields.

* Losses: There are natural losses in the brewing process, such as grain husks left behind and evaporation during boiling.

General Estimates:

* A common rule of thumb is that you get about 1 gallon of beer from 5 pounds of barley. This is a rough estimate and can vary significantly.

* Experienced brewers often achieve higher yields, sometimes reaching 1.5 gallons per 5 pounds of barley.

To calculate a more accurate estimate:

1. Determine your barley variety's potential extract. This information can be found from your supplier or online resources.

2. Consider your malting and brewing process. Are you using a standard or specialty process?

3. Decide on your target beer gravity. This influences the amount of sugar needed and therefore the yield.

Example:

* Let's say your barley variety has a potential extract of 75%.

* You're using a standard brewing method with a target gravity of 1.050.

* This means you'll need approximately 1.25 pounds of barley per gallon of beer (based on typical extract calculations).

Remember: This is still an estimate. The best way to determine your actual yield is to experiment and track your results.