JordanThomas
Well-Known Member
So I was gifted a large amount of fresh cascade hops last evening and would like to use them to brew a harvest ale tomorrow. I know these need to be used ASAP in order to preserve their freshness, so if anyone could help me formulate a recipe and utilize these to make a one of a kind ale, that would be AWESOME! I've yet to weigh them, but my guess is there is at least 1 pound of Michigan-grown cascades.
I'd like to use Maris Otter and Crystal as my malts, maybe 15lbs MO and 1lb Crystal 15L, and US-05 for a clean ferment. I know wet hops should only be used for aroma and flavor, so I'm thinking 15 minute or less for timing. I'm lost as to which bittering hop (and in what amount) I should use to pair nicely with the cascades. Could anyone suggest a nice hop schedule to acheive ~70 IBU? I know it will be a bit unpredictable with the wet hops varying by the hour, but any help would be much appreciated.
Thanks!
I'd like to use Maris Otter and Crystal as my malts, maybe 15lbs MO and 1lb Crystal 15L, and US-05 for a clean ferment. I know wet hops should only be used for aroma and flavor, so I'm thinking 15 minute or less for timing. I'm lost as to which bittering hop (and in what amount) I should use to pair nicely with the cascades. Could anyone suggest a nice hop schedule to acheive ~70 IBU? I know it will be a bit unpredictable with the wet hops varying by the hour, but any help would be much appreciated.
Thanks!