Converting to Extract/Partial Mash kits

[Beerlover]

Hi, decided I’m going to make the jump to extract/partial mash kits like the one above, just a couple of things I’m wondering, what would be the best style of thermometer to use, just wondering how easy it would be to read one of the glass ones when the liquid is boiling hot! Also how easy is it to keep it at a constant 66c for an hour or whatever? I’ll be using a steel pot on a gas stove, just have visions of the temperature fluctuating loads which I’m guess will cause problems?!
Cheers!

 

[dad_of_jon]

Morning BL, I use a thermo-pen and/or IR temperature gun. For keeping at 66 I put it on slow cook/keepwarm setting in my oven on the over floor (not on any shelves) and that is 60. wrap the pot in a winter jacket/ sleeping bag that's been in a tumble drier there are lots of approaches to keeping the temps close to what you need. Good luck!

 

[Rodcx500z]

Agree with above, just don't put jacket or sleeping bag in the oven