I just sampled my first batch last night. I did a German Alt recipe from extract. It fermented for 3 weeks total, and has now been in a keg for 3 additional weeks. Carbonation is great. However I am unsure about the taste. The initial taste when you first take a drink is good, however the finish is bitter. I would compare it to at least as bitter as a Sierra nevada pale ale, maybe more. My question is this... Does this mean i got too many hops to suit my taste, or is it possible my brew got contaminated during the fermenting process? What would be the difference in taste between a real hoppy beer and a skunk beer?
Thanks
Tim
Thanks
Tim