Holiday Spiced Ale (MW Kit)
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Holiday/Winter Special Spiced Beer
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5.25 Gallons |
1.064 |
1.02 |
5.82 |
17.11 |
23.96 °L
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1.3K |
0 |
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Boil
Size: 4 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.084 |
Efficiency: 35 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
Brew
Method: Extract |
Pitch Rate: N/A |
Primary
Temp: N/A |
Priming Method: Primin Sugar |
Priming Amount: 3/4 Cup |
Creation
Date: 1/23/2015 3:29 AM |
Notes: Put all spices in 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer.
Add to boil with 10 mins. remaining. |
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Snotty Fella
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American Strong Ale
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5 Gallons |
1.076 |
1.022 |
7.07 |
46.29 |
15.54 °L
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1.3K |
1 |
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Boil
Size: 2.5 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.152 |
Efficiency: 35 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
Brew
Method: Extract |
Pitch Rate: N/A |
Primary
Temp: 67 ° F |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 12/26/2015 3:42 PM |
Notes: Steep grains in 2.5 gallons of water for 30 minutes at 155 Fahrenheit. |
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Tom & GZS Ale
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American IPA
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1 Gallons |
1.092 |
1.022 |
9.21 |
146.38 |
10.25 °L
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1.3K |
0 |
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Boil
Size: 1.25 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.073 |
Efficiency: 35 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
Brew
Method: Extract |
Pitch Rate: 1.0 |
Primary
Temp: 67 ° F |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 5/30/2017 2:09 PM |
Notes: |
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MiniShake IPA
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Imperial IPA
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2.5 Gallons |
1.087 |
1.024 |
8.25 |
56.04 |
4.9 °L
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1.3K |
0 |
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Boil
Size: 2.5 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.087 |
Efficiency: 75 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
Brew
Method: Extract |
Pitch Rate: N/A |
Primary
Temp: 72 ° F |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 5/24/2017 10:53 PM |
Notes: |
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Persistent Presence American Ale
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American Pale Ale
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5.5 Gallons |
1.056 |
1.011 |
5.91 |
40.75 |
8.29 °L
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1.3K |
1 |
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Boil
Size: 3 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.102 |
Efficiency: 35 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
Brew
Method: Extract |
Pitch Rate: 0.5 |
Primary
Temp: 70 ° F |
Priming Method: Corn sugar |
Priming Amount: 5 oz |
Creation
Date: 7/16/2016 8:14 PM |
Notes: Excellent flavor and strong hops bouquet. Hops blend (Simcoe, Columbus, Citra) gives notes of pine and citrus fruit with some of the unique floral and berry characters of Citra. Cascade goes in early in the boil due to low alpha content. Most of the bitter come from the Hop add with 15 minutes to go. Dry hopped Cascade to give it an all American balance. Medium bitterness with strong hop aroma and flavor. Higher than normal alcohol content for APA, at top of the band, but it fits. Almost an IPA, but would need to start with a higher gravity. You can lower the alcohol by dropping the wheat extract, but adjust the hops too or it'll be too bitter.
Yeast starter - use 3.6 oz (103g) dry malt extract (DME) [I use pilsner 2L DME] per liter of water. My starter is a 1 liter starter, assumed 6B cells per gram of dry yeast (US-05), giving 165B cells for a 144B requirement. If you aim for a pitch rate between .5 and .75million/ml/P, then it's good. You could just buy a couple more yeast packages to make it easier (which I will do next time!!) (each packet is about 66B cells). Then there's no need for a starter. Just hydrate them with tepid water before adding to wort. Aim for around 200B cells for a 5.5 gallon batch.
Grains added to cold water, which was heated to 165F and steeped for 30 minutes.
There are only three hop adds to the boil: 60 min, 15 min (with the Irish moss), and a quick 5 min in the boil. Use hop bags because it makes draining your wort significantly easier!, but don't put the moss in the bag!
Boil off losses should be topped off with distilled water during the boil.
Maintain in primary (at 70F, keep below 74F to avoid off flavors) until no noticeable bubble formation in fermentation lock over one-minute period (about 7-10 days). Then transfer to secondary and add dry hops in a sanitized hop bag secured with fishing line and weighted down with sanitized marbles to suspend in middle of carboy. 14 more days in secondary. Remove dry hops and bottle as below. [Post brewing note: 4 oz of dry hops are a lot! Even with 20 marbles, I was not able to submerge the hop bag completely. This is easier with a bucket type fermenter. Stuffing the hop bag through the tiny carboy opening is a chore and takes some time and patience, but it can be done!]
Priming with 5oz corn sugar, gives strong carbonation with good head retention. |
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004. Acoustic Session Ale
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Special/Best/Premium Bitter
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5.5 Gallons |
1.042 |
1.01 |
4.29 |
38.31 |
7.88 °L
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1.3K |
1 |
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Boil
Size: 3 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.078 |
Efficiency: 35 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
Brew
Method: Extract |
Pitch Rate: N/A |
Primary
Temp: 74 ° F |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 3/29/2014 4:12 PM |
Notes: Brew day: Sunday March 30, 2013.
Steeped 0.5 lbs of 30-40L Crystal for 30 mins @160-170F. 1 TBSP of Irish Mosh @ 15 mins of boil.
Boil ended with 9L (2.4G). Topped up with three (and a bit) 1G water jugs.
OG: 1.042. 2 Gravity points lower than target. 2 possible reasons: (i) perhaps because I added a little bit too much water from the 4th water jug. (ii) I also pitched my yeast first and grabbed my gravity sample after. 2nd time in a row I made this mistake. (iii) I might not have added the full amount of LME. Its tough to get absolutely all of the extract out of the jug.
03/31: Signs of fermentation 12 hours after pitching.
Expectations: bare-bones, sessionable English best bitter with traditional characterisitcs from the Nottingham yeast and willamette hops (fruity/floral/peppery) and hopefully a well-balanced malt backbone with the crystal 40L and amber LME. Fermentation temp is a little high, around 23-24C, so it might have dominating fruity characteristics (hopefully not off-flavours).
Dry hopped with 1 oz. of Goldings hops. Probably domestic. Hopefully will add a subtle (maybe not even noticeable) earthy/spicy/floral aroma. Maybe it will complement the spiciness/floral of the willamete aroma hops.
Bottles:
30x355ml = 10.65L
10x800ml = 8L
2x750ml = 1.5L
4x500ml = 2L
TOTAL = 22.15L
Bottling day: 04/14/2014. 3 oz of corn sugar with 2 cups of boiled water to make 0.81 volumes of C02 (with 1.75 volumes of calculated C02). Broke my second hydrometer when reaching for my scale. :(
Tasting day: 05/12/2004. 2 weeks bottle conditioned, 2 weeks in fridge. Fuller's London Pride Premium Bitter for comparison.
Appearance: ASA: dark, ruby red and hazy. little to no head retention. FLP: golden orange and light, medium head the fades within 10 seconds.
Smell: ASA: slight caramel and nutty. Also pretty earthy. FLP: more of a "beer" smell and slightly metallic? Smells crisp. Floral and earthy.
Taste: caramel again. light and refreshing, sessionable. fairly malty with slight fruit notes. very enjoyable. low-medium bitterness. FLP: about same medium bitterness with more of an earthy character. Just as sessionable/enjoyable. I like mine a little better though.
Mouthfeel: little to no carbonation in both. no bubbles present. medium body for both? I dont see much of a difference in mouthfeel. FLP has a lighter mouthfeel/body. It just kind of rolls of the tongue. Mine is slightly more viscous.
Overall: both very drinkable, as they should be. Mine is overall more caramelly/nutty and feels heavier despite the much lower abv. I tend to like mine more as it falls more on the caramelly/fruity side, while FLP is earthy and resiny.
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Robust Porter
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Robust Porter
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1 Gallons |
1.061 |
1.012 |
6.43 |
41.13 |
31.1 °L
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1.3K |
0 |
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Boil
Size: 1.25 Gallons |
Boil Time: 45 |
Boil Gravity: 1.049 |
Efficiency: 35 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
Brew
Method: Extract |
Pitch Rate: N/A |
Primary
Temp: N/A |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 2/1/2015 4:04 AM |
Notes: Steep oak chips in bourbon 24 hours - in second fermenter 1 week |
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Double IPA Dp2
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Imperial IPA
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5.7 Gallons |
1.07 |
1.008 |
8.06 |
93.43 |
10.44 °L
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1.3K |
0 |
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Boil
Size: 7 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.057 |
Efficiency: 80 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
Brew
Method: Extract |
Pitch Rate: N/A |
Primary
Temp: 72 ° F |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 8/28/2015 1:22 AM |
Notes: |
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Awesome Recipe
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Lichtenhainer
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5.5 Gallons |
1.043 |
1.008 |
4.57 |
17.43 |
4.53 °L
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1.3K |
0 |
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Boil
Size: 3 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.079 |
Efficiency: 35 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
Brew
Method: Extract |
Pitch Rate: N/A |
Primary
Temp: N/A |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 7/10/2018 3:10 AM |
Notes: |
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Pete's Evil Twin Brother
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American Pale Ale
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5 Gallons |
1.05 |
1.012 |
4.91 |
45.46 |
10.19 °L
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1.3K |
1 |
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Boil
Size: 3 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.083 |
Efficiency: 35 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
Brew
Method: Extract |
Pitch Rate: N/A |
Primary
Temp: N/A |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 5/9/2018 9:45 PM |
Notes: Pete's Wicked Ale was my first introduction to "good" beer! This mops the floor with the original Pete's before Gambrinus Co. screwed it up! |
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GTFO Pilsner
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Classic American Pilsner
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1 Gallons |
1.053 |
1.01 |
5.58 |
55.43 |
4.19 °L
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1.3K |
1 |
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Boil
Size: 1.5 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.035 |
Efficiency: 35 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
Brew
Method: Extract |
Pitch Rate: N/A |
Primary
Temp: N/A |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 5/7/2016 11:31 PM |
Notes: |
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Hula Hop'd Coconut Milkshake IPA
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Specialty IPA: New England IPA
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4 Gallons |
1.068 |
1.024 |
6.08 |
56.37 |
3.36 °L
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1.3K |
0 |
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Boil
Size: 3 Gallons |
Boil Time: 15 |
Boil Gravity: 1.077 |
Efficiency: 70 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
Brew
Method: Extract |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: 70 ° F |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 11/3/2019 2:20 PM |
Notes: Adjusted Northern Brewer batch size from 5gal to 4 gal to put recipe into style guidelines.
NOTE: Total boil time for this recipe is 15 minutes and includes whirlpooling hops before chilling.
BOIL:
Add lactose 10 mins remaining in boil.
SECONDARY FERMENTATION:
Slice vanilla beans length-wise and scrape out seeds.
Toast coconut on a cookie sheet at 300F until golden brown, stirring often.
Add both ingredients to fermenter for secondary fermentation for 1-2 weeks. |
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Not Wit It
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Witbier
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6 Gallons |
1.051 |
1.013 |
5 |
9.89 |
3.49 °L
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1.3K |
0 |
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Boil
Size: 3 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.102 |
Efficiency: 35 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
Brew
Method: Extract |
Pitch Rate: N/A |
Primary
Temp: N/A |
Priming Method: dextrose |
Priming Amount: 4.5 oz |
Creation
Date: 1/16/2014 12:26 AM |
Notes: |
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Dirty Dog West Coast Brown
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Altbier
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5 Gallons |
1.068 |
1.019 |
6.49 |
90.6 |
21.89 °L
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1.3K |
2 |
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Boil
Size: 6 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.057 |
Efficiency: 35 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
Brew
Method: Extract |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: 67 ° F |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 5/3/2016 9:25 PM |
Notes: |
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Pliny The Elder Clone
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American IPA
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5 Gallons |
1.099 |
1.025 |
9.76 |
0 |
20.84 °L
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1.3K |
0 |
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Boil
Size: 2.5 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.198 |
Efficiency: 35 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
Brew
Method: Extract |
Pitch Rate: N/A |
Primary
Temp: N/A |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 12/6/2015 9:43 PM |
Notes: |
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India Red Ale
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California Common Beer
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5.5 Gallons |
1.057 |
1.016 |
5.42 |
104.63 |
14.22 °L
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1.3K |
0 |
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Boil
Size: 3 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.105 |
Efficiency: 35 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
Brew
Method: Extract |
Pitch Rate: N/A |
Primary
Temp: N/A |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 2/4/2015 12:38 AM |
Notes: |
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Word To Ya Mutha Porter
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Robust Porter
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5 Gallons |
1.06 |
1.011 |
6.34 |
31.35 |
34.28 °L
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1.3K |
0 |
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Boil
Size: 3 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.099 |
Efficiency: 65 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
Brew
Method: Extract |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: 66 ° F |
Priming Method: Kegerator |
Priming Amount: 5 gallons |
Creation
Date: 11/7/2016 2:13 AM |
Notes: |
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Spiced Up Winter Warmer
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Winter Seasonal Beer
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5 Gallons |
1.068 |
1.013 |
7.22 |
21.28 |
12.84 °L
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1.3K |
0 |
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Boil
Size: 3 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.113 |
Efficiency: 35 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
Brew
Method: Extract |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: 70 ° F |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 12/1/2015 12:11 AM |
Notes: This is a great "base " recipe for whatever type of Winter Warmer style you prefer. Easily adapted to suit YOU'RE TASTE....darker, stronger, funkier! No problemo.
R.D.W.H.A.H.B |
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*Mr. Beer - Summertime Shanty Shandy
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Experimental Beer
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2.25 Gallons |
1.039 |
1.007 |
4.25 |
18.31 |
2.87 °L
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1.3K |
0 |
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Boil
Size: 0.5 Gallons |
Boil Time: 10 |
Boil Gravity: 1.175 |
Efficiency: 35 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
Brew
Method: Extract |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: 70 ° F |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 5/3/2019 5:52 PM |
Notes: 1x Grand Bohemian Czech Pilsner (IBU 27),
1x BrewMax LME - Golden,
6g True Lemon - crystallized lemon,
1x packet US-05 yeast.
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"perfect" Pumpkin Ale
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Autumn Seasonal Beer
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8 Litres |
1.066 |
1.015 |
6.61 |
28.27 |
14.64 °L
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1.3K |
0 |
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Author:
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vl
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Boil
Size: 13 Litres |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.04 |
Efficiency: 70 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
Brew
Method: Extract |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: N/A |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 10/14/2020 11:48 AM |
Notes: |
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