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WHAT IS AN AIRLOCK? An airlock is a small device used in the process of fermenting mead (or other fermented beverages) to allow gases to escape while preventing outside air from entering the container. Essentially, an airlock is a valve…

WHAT IS A CARBOY? A carboy is a type of glass or plastic container used in the process of making mead (and other fermented beverages) to store and ferment the mead. Carboys are cylindrical in shape, with narrow necks and…

WHAT IS AN AUTO SIPHON? An auto siphon is a device used for transferring liquids from one container to another without the need for manual siphoning. It is commonly used in homebrewing and winemaking. HOW DO YOU USE AN AUTO…

WHAT IS A GRADUATED CYLINDER? The graduated cylinder is a cylindrical container used to measure the volume of liquids. The cylinder is marked with lines that correspond to specific volume measurements, such as milliliters or fluid ounces.  In making mead,…

WHAT IS A HYDROMETER? A hydrometer is a tool used to measure the density, or specific gravity, of a liquid. It’s typically a long, narrow glass or plastic tube with a weighted bulb at the bottom and a scale printed…