Joeywhat
Well-Known Member
I just finished up a version of this centennial blonde. It came out pretty good, but I'd like for just a tade more 'flavor'.
First, from the extract recipe posted I deviated a bit and used plain light extract instead of extra light, and also upped the bittering hops to a full ounce. I'd like to keep both those changes as I'm happy with the end result. I do want it to be a little less watery, though.
It's hard to explain, but I don't necessarily want a heavier body, but I also don't want a really complex flavor profile either. I also don't want to crank up the ABV very much.
What should I add to give this a more pronounced flavor? Just more extract? Maybe some crystal in addition to the carapils? However I don't want too much sweetness. I'm not too familiar with many other specialty grains so I don't know which would make sense to add.
First, from the extract recipe posted I deviated a bit and used plain light extract instead of extra light, and also upped the bittering hops to a full ounce. I'd like to keep both those changes as I'm happy with the end result. I do want it to be a little less watery, though.
It's hard to explain, but I don't necessarily want a heavier body, but I also don't want a really complex flavor profile either. I also don't want to crank up the ABV very much.
What should I add to give this a more pronounced flavor? Just more extract? Maybe some crystal in addition to the carapils? However I don't want too much sweetness. I'm not too familiar with many other specialty grains so I don't know which would make sense to add.