Northern Brewer Bourbon Barrel / variation idea?

jeremyc50 · Dec 2, 2010

This is my first time brewing this beer. I hear its great, however I am thinking about adding a little maple and coffee to the mix. Trying to mimic a Founders Canadian Breakfast Stout. Anyone try this or have any feedback on the idea?
I'll be adding the oak and Bourbon in about 24 hours...

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Also in progress "Fat Tire Clone", Limited Edition Cabernet-Shiraz (Gotta keep the old lady happy.

Bluesssman · Dec 2, 2010

Bourbon Barrel is one of my favorite beers and I try to have it on tap all of the time. For my tastes, I like a little more bourbon. I also use vanilla beans. I think your idea of some coffee added to the mix is a good idea!

Gary

jeremyc50 · Dec 2, 2010

How much bourbon do you add? I want something a little more mellow then Goose Island's Bourbon County but not too mellow. I want to be able to taste the bourbon without it being over powering.

Vanilla is a good idea, I think it may help the oak a bit.

Bluesssman · Dec 2, 2010

My first attempt, I felt the oak vs. the bourbon was too much oak. So I added more bourbon until it tasted good to me. Ended up doubling the amount of bourbon. The next batch I added the vanilla beans and felt it added smoothness and mellowness to the recipe. Hope this helps...

Gary

jeremyc50 · Dec 2, 2010

Bluesssman said:
Doubling the amount of bourbon.

Gary

You used 32oz opposed to the 16 :cross:

I think I'll start with 16 and be prepared to the whole fifth if needed.

Thanks

jeremyc50 · Dec 2, 2010

Also, how much vanilla bean did you add?

EKennett · Dec 3, 2010

I made this and used Wild Turkey 80 proof, 16oz. Soaked the oak cubes for a good two weeks and poured it all in the secondary. I'm very happy with the bourbon flavor and I don't think the Wild Turkey was "inferior" to something more expensive like Maker's Mark in this case. I like your idea of a little coffee though.

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