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HCO3 is never a target (at least for me). I would just make sure your mash pH is in line and let the Bicarbonate chips fall where they may.No matter how I work it, either my mash pH is too high, or the HCO3- is too low.
I'm defaulting to a decent calculated mash pH (5.5) and essentially ignoring the HCO3- level, which is down at 12 (target = 80).
@Nosybear Thoughts?
Also, does it matter whether I use acidulated malt or 88% lactic acid? I feel the end result is essentially the same.