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**Brewnoob1** · 04-30-2012, 02:12 PM

So, I'm losing ideas on what to brew next. I currently have an IPA and wheat on tap with a Nut Brown in the fermenter. I'm not sure what to brew next. I like everything from blondes to porters. I wanted to do a basic porter and then add coconut as more of a tropical spring/summer drink. However, I know porters take a while to mature and become nice to drink. So, thoughts on next brew? What is a solid brew that you've done that you'd highly recommend or constantly keep in your rotation as a session brew that most people would love?

PS: When I say session, it doesn't have a be a lower ABV brew, just something that tastes really good that you could have a few and not grow tired of.

**homebrewhaha** · 04-30-2012, 03:17 PM

Do you like any Belgian styles? I know you already have an American wheat, but maybe a nice belgian white or saison? That's the kind of stuff I get in the mood for once the warmer months hit. Good luck finding your inspiration! Cheers.

**Brewnoob1** · 04-30-2012, 04:14 PM

I was thinking of maybe a belgian. I haven't found a good extract recipe though

House12 · 04-30-2012, 04:37 PM

If you're thinking a tripel, just make sure you're fermenting with a good belgian yeast like WLP530, and boil about 80% pilsener extract, 20% table sugar and some sort of noble hops. The sugar will help get the FG dry enough to make it drinkable.

**Homercidal** · 04-30-2012, 04:46 PM

Blue Moon Clone:

50% extra light DME
50% light Wheat DME
Clean american ale yeast OR Belgian Wit yeast
1 oz. Saaz or EKG hops
.75 oz orange peel (or to taste)
.75 oz crushed coriander seeds (or to taste)

I usually prefer the American yeast in this personally, but either way makes a nice beer. And you can add a bit of chamomile if you want a more authentic Hoegaarden flavor.

**ZombieBrew83** · 05-01-2012, 06:08 PM

I recommend trying the Graff recipe by Brandon O in the cider section. It's essentially 4 gallons of apple juice and a gallon of wort in the fermenter. Mine went from grain to glass in only 3 weeks with bottle conditioning. It tastes like a tart, dry apple beer--almost champagne like. Everyone that has tried mine has really liked it and it was about the easiest brew day you could have.

**Brewnoob1** · 05-01-2012, 07:50 PM

Thanks for the feedback guys.

Homer, what american ale yeast are you thinking? Safale 05 or something? My wife loves blue moon and I told her I'd brew one if I could find a good recipe. What's the OG and FG on that recipe? Just 1 oz of Saaz for full boil?

**Homercidal** · 05-02-2012, 12:48 PM

US05 or whatever.

For kicks, why not hit the various yeast websites and read the descriptions of their yeast? I find that to be a nice way to pass a few minutes of time.

The real recipe can be found at Blue Ball Belgian Wit

It's a pretty basic recipe that most all of the wit recipes follow. Some add oats for a bit of mouthfeel.

1 ounce is fine I've found. You get some balance from the orange peel. I'm thinking it's about a 1.040 OG beer, but you can play with it and make it what you like.

BandonBrewingCo · 05-02-2012, 12:52 PM

go to hopville - they have a great recipe database that can be narrowed down by style and brewing method

stalewater · 05-02-2012, 12:57 PM

I always brew a Amber ale or English bitter this time of year, thier usually ready pretty quick and always a crowd pleaser!!