pa-in-utah
Well-Known Member
Gonna brew up a pumpkin ale as my next batch and I need some help...... I plan to use American 2-row and not sure on the hops yet but my question is, How to spice it? I have read about using pumpkin pie spice. Anyone used this?
I would rather not use canned pumpkin due to the "waste" and extra space needed in the fermenter. I plan to use pumpkin pie spice (or something similiar) but I need some guidance. How much, when to add, how many times to spice during the boil, how much to add to the secondary? I would disolve the spices in water prior to adding to the secondary. I am looking for a nice spice profile when finished, not just a "hint" of spice. Sorry but I cannot think of a commercial brew to compare too.
I know some out there can point me in the right direction. I am open to any and all recipes that are PM or extract.
Thanks!!!
I would rather not use canned pumpkin due to the "waste" and extra space needed in the fermenter. I plan to use pumpkin pie spice (or something similiar) but I need some guidance. How much, when to add, how many times to spice during the boil, how much to add to the secondary? I would disolve the spices in water prior to adding to the secondary. I am looking for a nice spice profile when finished, not just a "hint" of spice. Sorry but I cannot think of a commercial brew to compare too.
I know some out there can point me in the right direction. I am open to any and all recipes that are PM or extract.
Thanks!!!