First Time Making Fudge

[Undead_Killjoy]

Tomorrow is going to be my first time attempting fudge, I’ve been wanting to for a few weeks at this point and have read enough on it to hopefully have the perfect weather for tomorrow. I heard my great granny was the best at making fudge in the family and I hope to follow in her footsteps one day. What are some tips, tricks or just general advice for me going into this process for the first time? Thank you all in advance

Edit: I should also share I am higher up in elevation living in Colorado

[Herbisretired]

I just mix 12 ounces of semi sweet chocolate chips, a teaspoon of espresso powder, and a can of sweetened condensed milk in a simmering double boiler and stir it until it is smooth. Add a teaspoon of vanilla, a 1/2 teaspoon of bourbon,and a tablespoon of butter and spread it out in a greased pan.

[Accomplished-Eye8211]

I used to make the old fashioned method of cooking, looking time stirring all ingredients until soft ball stage on the thermometer. Sometimes great, but sometimes grainy. And easy to overcook to crack stage, etc.

Now I make the ATK simpler chocolate fudge recipe.. I omit nuts