Hegh

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I have an ingredient kit that I purchased from NB and it says to mash my oatmeal stout at 153*. That seems low to me; I would have expected 156* or so to get more body. Anyone have an opinion?

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pearlbeer

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I would have expected 154-156 as well, but the oats will add some mouthfeel. Maybe check Brewing Classic Styles for JZ and John's take?

Yooper

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I mash my oatmeal stouts at 154, and use a lower attenuating yeast strain.

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Hegh

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Thanks for the input! I ended up going with 156 and allowed it to fall to 153 or so.

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Triple Cat Brewery

Primary: Summer RyePA
Tertiary: Strawberry Blond
On Tap: NB's Oatmeal Stout, Eagle Mills Hard Cider, Hefeweizen, Black Lager, Warsteiner Dunkel Clone

"Bravery is not a function of fire power." ~J.C. Denton

lebucheron

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How long did you mash for?