Advice on DME

[The Bishop]

I'm going to use Dried Malt Extract for the first time with a kit tomorrow.

Not used it before. I know this is a bit basic for many of you - but it is a move up the brewing chain for me.

Any advice?

How much do I use. Does 1kg of DME = 1KG of sugar?
Do I have to soak it first?

Thanks

 

[Dunfie]

You should have a read of Tubby Shaw's How to make the most of your beer kit "How To". It has the answer to your questions.

Hope it goes well. :