Gypsum 100g (Calcium Sulphate)
£2.45
3+ in stock
Gypsum (Calcium Sulphate) 100g, also known as Burton Salts. Lowers mash pH, increases water hardness, and accentuates hop bitterness
Gypsum 100g (Calcium Sulphate)
Gypsum (Calcium Sulphate), also known as Burton Salts, is a brewing mineral used to lower mash pH and increase the permanent hardness of brewing water. It accentuates hop bitterness, giving beer a drier, crisper finish — particularly associated with the pale ales and bitters historically brewed in Burton-on-Trent. Especially useful in soft water areas where the natural mineral content is low. For a softer, fuller mouthfeel with less bitterness accentuation, Calcium Chloride is the contrasting alternative. For a combined Burton-style mineral blend, see DWB (Water Salts) Burton Style Minerals.
Please note: Dosing rate depends on your source water chemistry and target mineral profile — test water pH and hardness before use. For pH reduction without mineral hardness adjustment, see Lactic Acid Powder.
At a Glance
- Also known as: Calcium Sulphate, Burton Salts
- Use: lowers mash pH, increases permanent water hardness
- Effect: accentuates hop bitterness, drier and crisper finish
- Best for: pale ales, bitters, and hop-forward styles
- Particularly useful in soft water areas
- Dose to: water chemistry test and target mineral profile
- Pack size: 100g
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