Over the course of 3.5 years, I’ve broken two glass thermometers. I’m not sure I want to invest in a third. So my question to the brewing masses is: if money was not an option, which thermometer would you buy (or do you own) that you would suggest I pick up next?
Thanks!
After about 3 years of brewing, I’m still using a candy thermometer that clips on the side of my brew kettle. It was bought at Walmart on clearance for $1.50…wish I could find more…it’s been amazing! So, my answer…search the web for clip-on candy thermometers!
Thermapen. Hands down worth every cent. Keep your eyes peeled for an open box sale and don’t think twice about it. 3 second reads. ALWAYS dead on accurate. Rugged and waterproof. 'nuff said.
Most people will point you toward the Thermapen as the cure cancer, world hunger and male pattern baldness. I suggest there is a better alternative from the same company, because it costs the same with the same performance, but with a lot more flexibility because you can use different probes for different applications.
http://www.thermoworks.com/products/han ... rma_k.htmlI have one of these and use it extensively for brewing and cooking.
I couldn’t be happier with my Thermapen. But, the Therma K would also be a great choice.
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I got the cheaper Thermoworks model ($20) and it works really good. It says 6 second read time but I routinely get 3-4. Splash proof, easy to read and adjustable calibration.
http://www.thermoworks.com/products/low ... 301wa.htmlTaylor candy thermometer. With the rigid stainless steel frame you can stir mash or grain bags with it.
