Both! CraftPro is designed to help novice homebrewers, serious homebrewers, and commercial breweries alike.
Yes, you can use the CraftPro DIY test strips for wort or beer, but with some limitations. They work in liquids with less than 10% alcohol and at temperatures between 40-120°F. If you need to test higher alcohol liquids or want a more precise analysis, we recommend our In-Lab testing option.
Yes, you can use the CraftPro Brewer or Master Brewer Test Kits for wort or beer. We can test wort or beer of any clarity or alcohol content.
We designed In-Lab and DIY testing to work together. In-Lab testing gives you precise concentrations for each water parameter, so you know exactly what’s in your water. DIY test strips are then used on brew day to monitor for sudden changes in water chemistry.
If you’re mainly looking for an affordable way to keep an eye on your water and avoid a bad batch, the DIY test strips alone are a great option.
For our In-Lab Kit, we recommend testing seasonally to ensure that your water isn’t undergoing any major seasonal difference.
For DIY testing, we recommend testing every time you brew. This quick, affordable spot check can help ensure that your water profile hasn’t drastically changed to where it will affect the quality of your brew.