MeadTools v3.5
This release focuses on usability, clarity, and polish. v3.5 introduces several new tools, major visual improvements, and a long list of fixes that make MeadTools easier and more enjoyable to use.
New Features
Recipe Ratings & Comments
Recipes can now be rated and commented on.
- Leave notes, feedback, or reminders on your recipes
- Quickly track what worked (or didn’t)
- Lays the groundwork for future community features
Bottling Calculator
A brand-new bottling calculator has been added.
- Estimate how many bottles you’ll need
- Supports different bottle sizes
- Helpful for planning packaging day and avoiding surprises
Per-Ingredient Units
Each ingredient line now has its own unit selection.
- Mix weights and volumes freely within the same recipe
- No longer locked into a single unit system
- Makes recipes clearer and more flexible, especially for real-world brewing
Improved Language Support
MeadTools now behaves correctly across different languages.
- Saved recipes remain language-agnostic
- Ingredients, yeasts, and additives display in your selected language
- Switching languages no longer resets or breaks recipe data
Nutrient Calculator Improvements
The nutrient calculator received significant improvements, resulting in:
- More reliable yeast selection behavior
- Better syncing between yeast choice and nitrogen targets
- Clearer handling when manually adjusting YAN values
The math hasn’t changed — the experience has improved.
Major UI Updates
Visual Refresh
Large portions of the app have been visually updated.
- Cleaner layouts and spacing
- More consistent inputs and controls
- Better readability across desktop and mobile
These changes make MeadTools feel faster, clearer, and more cohesive.
Bug Fixes & Stability Improvements
- Fixed navigation issues in the hydrometer dashboard
- Improved behavior when loading saved recipes
- More resilient searchable inputs
- Numerous edge-case fixes across calculators and forms
Looking Ahead
v3.5 strengthens the foundation for future features while delivering meaningful improvements today. Expect continued UI refinement, expanded tools, and deeper recipe insights in upcoming releases.
Thanks to everyone using MeadTools and sharing feedback.
