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Kveik Pseudolager Redux #3
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International Pale Lager
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23 Litres |
1.044 |
1.006 |
4.98 |
25.27 |
4.04 °L
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410 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 29 Litres |
Boil Time: 90 |
Boil Gravity: 1.038 |
Efficiency: 65 |
Mash Thickness: 5 |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: N/A |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 1/14/2021 12:54 PM |
| Notes: * 2 teskjeer bakepulver rundt kokeslutt nøytaliserte syre |
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Kolsch
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Kölsch
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10.5 Gallons |
1.05 |
1.012 |
5 |
18.94 |
3.55 °L
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410 |
1 |
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| Boil
Size: 12.49 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.042 |
Efficiency: 80 |
Mash Thickness: 1.75 |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: N/A |
Priming Method: co2 |
Priming Amount: 10.62 psi |
Creation
Date: 3/31/2025 5:54 PM |
Notes: Ferment between 68 to 72 degrees at 1 bar (15psi) using a spunding valve.
Amount of Gelatin for 5 Gallons
Typical dosage: 1 teaspoon of unflavored gelatin (e.g., Knox brand) per 5 gallons of beer is a common and effective amount. This translates to roughly 2.5–3 grams if you're measuring by weight.
For your 5-gallon Kölsch, 1 teaspoon should suffice, though you can adjust slightly (e.g., 1.5 teaspoons) if your beer is particularly hazy and you want extra clarification.
Process
Sanitize Equipment: Before starting, sanitize anything that will touch the beer (e.g., measuring spoon, small bowl, whisk or fork, and any funnel or syringe you might use to add the gelatin to the keg).
Prepare the Gelatin:
Measure 1 teaspoon of unflavored gelatin into a small, clean bowl or cup.
Add about 1/4 cup (60 mL) of cold water (ideally distilled or pre-boiled and cooled) to the gelatin. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes to "bloom" (it will absorb water and swell).
Heat the Mixture:
Gently heat the bloomed gelatin mixture to dissolve it. You can do this by:
Microwaving it in short bursts (5–10 seconds at a time) until it reaches about 150°F (65°C). Stir between bursts to ensure it dissolves fully. Do not boil—boiling (above 170°F/77°C) can reduce gelatin's effectiveness.
Alternatively, heat it on the stovetop in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring until fully dissolved.
The result should be a clear, smooth liquid with no granules remaining.
Cool Slightly: Let the dissolved gelatin cool to around 80–100°F (27–38°C) so it’s not too hot when added to your cold beer (to avoid thermal shock or off-flavors).
Add to the Keg:
Since your Kölsch is already kegged and chilled to 32°F, open the keg lid carefully (release any pressure first) and pour the gelatin solution directly into the beer. If you’re worried about contamination, you can use a sanitized syringe or funnel to inject it through the liquid port instead.
Gently swirl or rock the keg to mix the gelatin evenly, but avoid excessive agitation since the beer isn’t carbonated yet.
Seal and Wait:
Reseal the keg and let it sit at 32°F for 2–7 days. The gelatin will bind to yeast, proteins, and haze-causing particles, pulling them to the bottom of the keg as sediment. For a Kölsch, 48–72 hours is often enough, but longer (up to a week) can yield even clearer results.
Force Carbonate:
After the settling period, proceed with force carbonation. Use your preferred method (e.g., 10–12 PSI at 32°F for about 7–10 days for a Kölsch, or a faster burst-carbonation approach). The sediment should stay at the bottom during this process.
When you draw the first few pours, they might contain some sediment—discard these until the beer runs clear.
Tips
Temperature: 32°F is ideal for gelatin to work efficiently, as cold temperatures enhance flocculation.
Timing: Adding gelatin post-kegging but pre-carbonation, as you’re doing, is a great approach—it minimizes disturbance of the sediment later.
Clarity: Kölsch is traditionally bright but not crystal-clear like a Pilsner, so don’t overdo the finings if you want to preserve its slight natural haze.
That’s it! Your Kölsch should be noticeably clearer after this process, with a clean, crisp presentation. Let me know if you’ve got questions about tweaking it further!
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Out In The Quarters
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Irish Red Ale
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5.5 Gallons |
1.046 |
1.008 |
5 |
24.66 |
13.32 °L
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410 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 6.5 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.043 |
Efficiency: 70 |
Mash Thickness: 1.5 |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: N/A |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 11/16/2023 5:48 AM |
| Notes: |
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19lt GF Lager
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Light American Lager
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18 Litres |
1.051 |
1.013 |
4.97 |
26.78 |
6.76 °L
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410 |
1 |
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| Boil
Size: 22.5 Litres |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.042 |
Efficiency: 80 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: BIAB |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: N/A |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 9/9/2023 9:17 AM |
Notes: Yeast = Nova Lager Yeast.
Rice is diy malted and kilned 120c 1.5 hrs.
Quinoa is flaked from store add body and head retention hopefully not haze.
ONDEA Pro added 2.2ml/kg of grist
Hitempase 2.2ml/kg of grist |
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Rip It Up
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Oatmeal Stout
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5.5 Gallons |
1.051 |
1.013 |
5.02 |
26.88 |
24.31 °L
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410 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 7.5 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.037 |
Efficiency: 70 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: BIAB |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: N/A |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 1/26/2023 4:24 AM |
| Notes: |
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Richardson Stout
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American Stout
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5.5 Gallons |
1.051 |
1.013 |
5.05 |
32.2 |
33.36 °L
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410 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 7.5 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.038 |
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: 10/3/2022 5:38 PM |
| Notes: |
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Awesome Recipe
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American IPA
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15 Litres |
1.051 |
1.013 |
4.98 |
39.03 |
7.74 °L
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410 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 28.4 Litres |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.044 |
Efficiency: 65 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: N/A |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 9/17/2021 11:23 PM |
| Notes: |
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Blonde Mosaic/Cascade
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Blonde Ale
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12 Gallons |
1.05 |
1.012 |
5 |
24.02 |
3.96 °L
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410 |
2 |
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| Boil
Size: 14.1 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.045 |
Efficiency: 72 |
Mash Thickness: 1.5 |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: 62 ° F |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 4/18/2021 10:50 PM |
| Notes: |
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Schwarzbier
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Schwarzbier
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12.5 Gallons |
1.046 |
1.008 |
4.98 |
28.95 |
29.49 °L
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410 |
1 |
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| Boil
Size: 15 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.038 |
Efficiency: 75 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: BIAB |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: N/A |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 3/14/2021 1:55 PM |
| Notes: |
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Brittish Ale With Chili And Anise (too Bitter)
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No Profile Selected |
6.91 Litres |
1.047 |
1.009 |
4.99 |
68.97 |
8.66 °L
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410 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 9.5 Litres |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.034 |
Efficiency: 75 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: N/A |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 2/24/2021 10:45 PM |
| Notes: |
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Fat Tire Clone
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American Amber Ale
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5.5 Gallons |
1.051 |
1.012 |
4.99 |
21.2 |
14.56 °L
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410 |
1 |
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| Boil
Size: 7.5 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.037 |
Efficiency: 72 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: BIAB |
Pitch Rate: 0.75 |
Primary
Temp: 67 ° F |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 8/12/2018 11:56 AM |
| Notes: |
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RAM KOLSCH
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Kölsch
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26 Litres |
1.047 |
1.008 |
5.02 |
23.64 |
3.65 °L
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410 |
1 |
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| Boil
Size: 33.54 Litres |
Boil Time: 90 |
Boil Gravity: 1.038 |
Efficiency: 70 |
Mash Thickness: 3 |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: N/A |
Priming Method: BrownSugar |
Priming Amount: 201.6 g |
Creation
Date: 12/14/2020 9:07 PM |
| Notes: |
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Blond
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Blonde Ale
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354 Litres |
1.051 |
1.013 |
4.98 |
20.71 |
4.93 °L
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410 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 360 Litres |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.05 |
Efficiency: 75 |
Mash Thickness: 1.5 |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: N/A |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 12/5/2020 6:40 AM |
| Notes: |
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벨기에식 밀 맥주
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Witbier
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19 Litres |
1.053 |
1.015 |
5.03 |
18.46 |
4.53 °L
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410 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 26 Litres |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.039 |
Efficiency: 65 |
Mash Thickness: 3.14 |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: N/A |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 5/23/2020 6:51 AM |
| Notes: |
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Lemondrop Kolsch
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Kölsch
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5 Gallons |
1.05 |
1.012 |
5 |
23.89 |
8.37 °L
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410 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 5 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.05 |
Efficiency: 75 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: 0.5 |
Primary
Temp: 68 ° F |
Priming Method: sucrose |
Priming Amount: 3.7 oz |
Creation
Date: 3/10/2020 4:17 AM |
| Notes: |
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O Flannagain Standard
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Irish Stout
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5.5 Gallons |
1.052 |
1.014 |
5 |
18.1 |
28.95 °L
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410 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 7 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.045 |
Efficiency: 63 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: BIAB |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: 66 ° F |
Priming Method: co2 |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 2/18/2020 7:30 PM |
| Notes: |
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Pale Ale
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American Pale Ale
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4.5 Gallons |
1.05 |
1.012 |
5.01 |
35.98 |
10.17 °L
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410 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 5.2 Gallons |
Boil Time: 30 |
Boil Gravity: 1.043 |
Efficiency: 70 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: BIAB |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: N/A |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 9/30/2019 2:36 AM |
| Notes: |
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Wheatdaheckizgoinon
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American Wheat Beer
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5.5 Gallons |
1.05 |
1.012 |
5 |
25.1 |
4.71 °L
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410 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 7.5 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.037 |
Efficiency: 55 |
Mash Thickness: 1.25 |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: 0.5 |
Primary
Temp: 68 ° F |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 3/31/2019 11:58 PM |
| Notes: |
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The Punisher
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Schwarzbier
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5 Gallons |
1.051 |
1.013 |
4.99 |
27.95 |
40.82 °L
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410 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 7.5 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.034 |
Efficiency: 70 |
Mash Thickness: 1.5 |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: N/A |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 2/21/2019 7:58 PM |
| Notes: |
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Class Is In Session IPA
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American IPA
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5.5 Gallons |
1.047 |
1.009 |
5.04 |
58.15 |
7.51 °L
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410 |
1 |
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| Boil
Size: 3 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.087 |
Efficiency: 35 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: Extract |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: 60 ° F |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 11/20/2018 6:03 PM |
Notes: Fermented for about 4 days at 60 F then increased the temperature to 70F and dry hopped. Dry hopped for 4 days and cold crashed.
Beer was fined with Whrifloc and Geletin. |
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