Jack
Well-Known Member
I want to brew an ESB, and this would be my first solo batch, so I want to provide an overview of my plan so you guys can let me know if it sounds ok.
1. Steep 1 lb milled crystal malt in water. Remove when temp = 170°F. I'm thinking of using 60 Lovibond crystal malt here.
2. Stir six lbs of dried light malt extract into water. (is this DME ok? http://morebeer.com/product.html?product_id=16409)
3. Add 3 ounces of Kent Goldings hops
4. Boil 45 minutes, then add 1/2 ounce Kent Goldings
5. At 55 minutes, add 1/2 ounce Cascade hops for aroma
6. Initiate chilling at 60 minutes. Aerate with sterilized whisk when chilled.
7. Pitch ale yeast when temp is <78°F
8. Ferment in primary for 10 days.
9. Rack to secondary, ferment for three weeks.
10. Prime with 1/2 cup boiled honey (I prefer honey to brewers' corn syrup... personal preference) and bottle.
Any suggestions?
1. Steep 1 lb milled crystal malt in water. Remove when temp = 170°F. I'm thinking of using 60 Lovibond crystal malt here.
2. Stir six lbs of dried light malt extract into water. (is this DME ok? http://morebeer.com/product.html?product_id=16409)
3. Add 3 ounces of Kent Goldings hops
4. Boil 45 minutes, then add 1/2 ounce Kent Goldings
5. At 55 minutes, add 1/2 ounce Cascade hops for aroma
6. Initiate chilling at 60 minutes. Aerate with sterilized whisk when chilled.
7. Pitch ale yeast when temp is <78°F
8. Ferment in primary for 10 days.
9. Rack to secondary, ferment for three weeks.
10. Prime with 1/2 cup boiled honey (I prefer honey to brewers' corn syrup... personal preference) and bottle.
Any suggestions?