Panning on ordering grain tomorrow for an IPA style beer although I'm not looking to stick strictly to the style. Basically I'm aiming for full body, high final gravity, high alc and high bitterness and heaps of hops. I want a malty biscuity flavor without being too sweet. I'm looking for suggestions on malt selection / quantities.
I like the idea of using amber malt for the biscuit flavor and Maris otter for a nutty character but have no idea what sort quantities to use or even if this is a good idea as I have never used these grains before. As a rough start I was thinking something like:
80% pale malt
15% amber
5% Maris otter
Mash at a fairly high temp and aim for around 1.070 SG?
I'd love to hear people's suggestions on what sort of grain bill would work best for what I am aiming for.
Cheers!
I like the idea of using amber malt for the biscuit flavor and Maris otter for a nutty character but have no idea what sort quantities to use or even if this is a good idea as I have never used these grains before. As a rough start I was thinking something like:
80% pale malt
15% amber
5% Maris otter
Mash at a fairly high temp and aim for around 1.070 SG?
I'd love to hear people's suggestions on what sort of grain bill would work best for what I am aiming for.
Cheers!