kaptain_karma
Well-Known Member
I'm brewing a spiced stout for my next batch, and have some questions about when to add some of the seasonings. I'm using brewer's licorice, star anise, paradise seeds, indian sarsaparilla, and maybe a few whole cloves. I know I can just toss the licorice stick in at the beginning of the boil, but I'm not sure when to toss everything else in. I don't want to overboil anything, but I also want to be sure to at steep everything long enough to get the essential flavors, especially since I'm not going to use too much of any one spice. Any experience or suggestions?