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Jackies Cream Ale
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Cream Ale
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5.5 Gallons |
1.05 |
1.008 |
5.45 |
64.24 |
6.93 °L
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1.1K |
1 |
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| Boil
Size: 7.5 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.04 |
Efficiency: 79 |
Mash Thickness: 1.5 |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: 68 ° F |
Priming Method: co2 |
Priming Amount: 27.96 psi |
Creation
Date: 10/20/2017 7:59 PM |
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Pilsner Urquell Clone
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Czech Premium Pale Lager
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5 Gallons |
1.05 |
1.015 |
4.67 |
47.72 |
3.84 °L
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1.1K |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 8 Gallons |
Boil Time: 90 |
Boil Gravity: 1.035 |
Efficiency: 60 |
Mash Thickness: 1.4 |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: 1.75 |
Primary
Temp: 50 ° F |
Priming Method: co2 |
Priming Amount: 23.72 psi |
Creation
Date: 3/31/2024 3:22 AM |
Notes: Fermentation:
Cooling: Immediately cool the wort to around 50°F (10°C) to prepare for pitching the yeast.
Pitching: After aerating the wort thoroughly, pitch the yeast. Using a yeast starter is highly recommended to ensure a strong and healthy fermentation, especially important for lager yeasts.
Pressure Fermentation: Ferment the beer under a pressure of 10-15 psi. This suppresses ester and fusel alcohol production, allowing for a clean fermentation. Pressure fermentation can also permit slightly higher fermentation temperatures, potentially up to 60°F (15.5°C), without sacrificing the clean flavor profile desirable in a Czech Pilsner.
Diacetyl Rest: Towards the end of fermentation, allow the temperature to rise to 60°F (15.5°C) for 48 hours. This helps the yeast metabolize any diacetyl, preventing off-flavors in the final beer.
Lagering: After the diacetyl rest, reduce the temperature to 35°F (1.7°C) and lager for 4-6 weeks. This step is crucial for developing the crisp, clean character of the beer.
Packaging:
Carbonation: Target 2.2-2.5 volumes of CO2 for authentic Czech Pilsner carbonation. This can be achieved through bottle conditioning or forced carbonation in a keg.
Conditioning: After carbonation, the beer benefits from further cold conditioning. Allow it to condition at lagering temperatures for at least two weeks before serving to ensure the flavors have melded and the beer has clarified.
Additional Tips:
Water Chemistry: The soft water profile is key to a Czech Pilsner. Adjust your water chemistry to mimic that of Plzeň, focusing on keeping the mineral content low to highlight the malt and hops.
Decoction Mashing: This traditional method enhances the malt profile and complexity of the beer. It's time-consuming but contributes significantly to the authenticity and depth of flavor in the final product.
Yeast Health: Starting with a healthy yeast culture is vital for clean lager fermentation. A yeast starter will help ensure you have enough viable cells for a clean, vigorous fermentation.
Patience: The lagering phase is essential for achieving the characteristic clean, crisp profile of a Czech Pilsner. Don't rush this step; the longer lagering period will reward you with a clearer, more refined beer.
By following this detailed recipe and process, you should be well on your way to brewing a delicious Czech Pilsner that pays homage to the traditional styles of the Czech Republic. Enjoy the brewing process and the resulting beer!
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Fat Bastard "It's A Bit Nutty"
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American Brown Ale
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5.5 Gallons |
1.061 |
1.01 |
6.61 |
0 |
21.95 °L
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1.1K |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 6.5 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.049 |
Efficiency: 70 |
Mash Thickness: 1.25 |
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: 3/30/2022 2:01 PM |
Notes: Add Maple Syrup, Corn Sugar and Whirfloc tablet and 1 tsp yeast nutrient in at the 10 minute mark off end of boil.
Extracts before kegging or bottling. |
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Bob Toot's Cream Ale
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Cream Ale
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18.9 Litres |
1.046 |
1.008 |
4.97 |
17.37 |
3.12 °L
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1.1K |
1 |
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| Boil
Size: 22.7 Litres |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.041 |
Efficiency: 70 |
Mash Thickness: 3 |
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: 4/18/2021 3:17 PM |
| Notes: Yooper's Dads favourite Ale |
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The Petulant Corgi
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English IPA
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5.5 Gallons |
1.055 |
1.013 |
5.57 |
43.09 |
4.08 °L
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1.1K |
1 |
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| Boil
Size: 6 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.047 |
Efficiency: 85 |
Mash Thickness: 1.25 |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: 0.5 |
Primary
Temp: 68 ° F |
Priming Method: sucrose |
Priming Amount: 2.5 oz |
Creation
Date: 1/4/2021 9:19 PM |
| Notes: |
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Fat Tire Clone
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American Amber Ale
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5.5 Gallons |
1.047 |
1.012 |
4.56 |
19.86 |
7.76 °L
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1.1K |
1 |
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| Boil
Size: 6.5 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.043 |
Efficiency: 70 |
Mash Thickness: 2 |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: N/A |
Priming Method: co2 |
Priming Amount: 27.96 psi |
Creation
Date: 6/12/2020 9:05 PM |
| Notes: |
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Vienna Lager (2019)
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Vienna Lager
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5.5 Gallons |
1.049 |
1.01 |
5.15 |
37.13 |
11.69 °L
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1.1K |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 8 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.034 |
Efficiency: 80 |
Mash Thickness: 1.33 |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: 1.75 |
Primary
Temp: N/A |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 6/18/2019 1:31 AM |
| Notes: |
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Widmers Hefeweizen Clone
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American Wheat Beer
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15 Litres |
1.049 |
1.013 |
4.83 |
24.11 |
6.41 °L
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1.1K |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 18 Litres |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.041 |
Efficiency: 75 |
Mash Thickness: 3 |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: 20 ° C |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 9/5/2018 1:04 PM |
| Notes: |
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3. Adam Terefenko Likes The Smell Of Dog Food (pass It On) 110218
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American Light Lager
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24 Litres |
1.05 |
1.011 |
5.02 |
42.78 |
5.14 °L
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1.1K |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 28.5 Litres |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.042 |
Efficiency: 75 |
Mash Thickness: 3 |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: N/A |
Primary
Temp: N/A |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 2/10/2018 8:04 PM |
| Notes: |
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Belgian Blond Ale
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Belgian Blond Ale
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20 Litres |
1.075 |
1.019 |
7.23 |
20.14 |
5.27 °L
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1.1K |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 30 Litres |
Boil Time: 80 |
Boil Gravity: 1.05 |
Efficiency: 65 |
Mash Thickness: 3 |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: N/A |
Primary
Temp: 18 ° C |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 1/26/2018 9:19 PM |
| Notes: |
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BxIx 2
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Flanders Red Ale
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5 Gallons |
1.06 |
1.009 |
6.94 |
16.8 |
16.92 °L
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1.1K |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 6.5 Gallons |
Boil Time: 90 |
Boil Gravity: 1.046 |
Efficiency: 74 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: N/A |
Primary
Temp: 68 ° F |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 5/6/2015 2:34 AM |
Notes: 18-5.5=12.5 qts first run
26-12.5= 13.5 qts sparge
Mash: 155F
primary 5 months, Grav. 1.010 |
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Pumpkin Hefeweizen
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Weissbier
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5.5 Gallons |
1.062 |
1.016 |
6.06 |
13.46 |
3.92 °L
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1.1K |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 7.5 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.046 |
Efficiency: 70 |
Mash Thickness: 1.2 |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: N/A |
Primary
Temp: 68 ° F |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 9/21/2017 12:44 AM |
| Notes: |
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Rob's Homegrown Wet Hop Pale Ale
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American Pale Ale
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3 Gallons |
1.058 |
1.011 |
6.14 |
36.6 |
6.79 °L
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1.1K |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 4 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.044 |
Efficiency: 70 |
Mash Thickness: 1.5 |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: 0.75 |
Primary
Temp: 64 ° F |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 8/26/2017 2:40 PM |
| Notes: |
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Eleanor's Ise
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Ordinary Bitter
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700 Litres |
1.046 |
1.011 |
4.61 |
25.94 |
5.81 °L
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1.1K |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 800 Litres |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.04 |
Efficiency: 75 |
Mash Thickness: 2.7 |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: 0.75 |
Primary
Temp: 22 ° C |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 5/24/2017 8:31 PM |
| Notes: |
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Mr Mangoes
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American Light Lager
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5 Gallons |
1.064 |
1.018 |
6.07 |
35.77 |
6.88 °L
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1.1K |
1 |
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| Boil
Size: 6.5 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.049 |
Efficiency: 63 |
Mash Thickness: 1.2 |
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: 3/31/2017 3:47 PM |
| Notes: |
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Jay's Brown
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British Brown Ale
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6.5 Gallons |
1.054 |
1.015 |
5.17 |
32.73 |
12.82 °L
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1.1K |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 8 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.044 |
Efficiency: 80 |
Mash Thickness: 1.4 |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: N/A |
Primary
Temp: N/A |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 3/4/2017 12:17 AM |
| Notes: |
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Awesome Recipe
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Altbier
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5.5 Gallons |
1.022 |
1.007 |
1.95 |
33.91 |
13.12 °L
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1.1K |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 7.5 Gallons |
Boil Time: 80 |
Boil Gravity: 1.016 |
Efficiency: 35 |
Mash Thickness: 1.4 |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: N/A |
Primary
Temp: 62 ° F |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 1/18/2017 4:40 PM |
| Notes: |
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Blanche Malt De Blé
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American Light Lager
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60 Litres |
1.042 |
1.007 |
4.52 |
19.72 |
3.12 °L
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1.1K |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 65 Litres |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.038 |
Efficiency: 70 |
Mash Thickness: 3 |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: N/A |
Primary
Temp: 19 ° C |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 8/5/2016 7:45 AM |
| Notes: |
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#18
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Dunkles Weissbier
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3.6 Gallons |
1.044 |
1.009 |
4.47 |
32.38 |
13.78 °L
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1.1K |
2 |
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| Boil
Size: 5.75 Gallons |
Boil Time: 90 |
Boil Gravity: 1.027 |
Efficiency: 60 |
Mash Thickness: 1.57 |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: N/A |
Primary
Temp: 65 ° F |
Priming Method: Cane sugar |
Priming Amount: 4 oz |
Creation
Date: 5/28/2016 6:03 PM |
| Notes: Bottled 6/11 |
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Ben Alexander Honorary Oatmeal Stout
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Oatmeal Stout
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5.75 Gallons |
1.059 |
1.019 |
5.23 |
24.97 |
40.97 °L
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1.1K |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 7.34 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.046 |
Efficiency: 57.5 |
Mash Thickness: 1.25 |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: 0.75 |
Primary
Temp: 64 ° F |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 12/20/2015 11:54 PM |
| Notes: |
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