Brewing went very well. Efficiency once again at 83% versus 75%. OG is 1.054 instead of projected 1.049. WOOHOO! Aromas of toasted malt, nuttiness, caramel, and toffee in the boil. 3 oz of German Spaltz hops in boil gave a slighty piney, citrusy, spicy aroma to the brew. I'm thinking this will turn out to be a tasty brew! Only a month to go to find out!
Cheers!
Wednesday, February 27, 2013
Altbier, again
I decided to brew another Dusseldorf Altbier based on judging results from the Brew Hut Homebrew Competition. My ALTer Ego won a Silver medal and was noted that it needed more malt aroma and flavor as well as requiring German Noble hops. I did use Hallertau, but the judges thought they were a Nor-Cal variety. So, I tweaked the maltbill and will use German Spaltz hops, which are the true variety normally used for Altbier. Since I increased the flavor profile of the maltbill, I also increased the IBU's from 36 to 40. I'm mashing as we speak and the results will follow!
CHEERS!
CHEERS!
Black Cauldron Dry Irish Stout
Nice roasty flavors rounded out by a little chocolate. Target hops provide a pleasant sweet floral aroma. Darn tasty dry stout a few fellows have told me. It will be ready for St. Patty's Day!
Cheers!
Cheers!
Tuesday, February 12, 2013
Black Cauldron Dry Irish Stout
Bottled tonight with a final gravity of 1.020, attaining 4.3% ABV. Target hops provide a slightly fruity/floral aroma which is quite pleasant. Flavor of deep roasted malt, coffee, and dark chocolate. Nice bitterness that ends with a smooth, clean finish. I hate having to wait two weeks for carbonation. UGH!
Cheers!
Cheers!
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