Drawing off at 7 degrees

[wnybassman]

I purposely draw my syrup off heavy and then thin it down at the end of the boil to get the density correct. It's easier to thin it down than it is to thicken it up. I only use the 7 as a reference.

Exactly what I do. I usually start drawing at 9 and end at 6. Typically puts me about 2 brix over when I go to finish, so a little raw sap, permeate or sweet off the pan to thin it right.