Fermenting over dates?

toadking · Jan 13, 2014

My next batch is going to be a simple ESB. I am thinking about fermenting it over a few handfuls of dates, any thoughts or suggestions?

stevo4361 · Jan 13, 2014

This is just my opinion, but a well brewed ESB with proper English yeast (1968 )gives a pretty fruity character alone. Don't put fruit in an ESB. But your beer your rules, good luck.

gratus fermentatio · Jan 14, 2014

In my experience, dates don't really add much flavour, at least 2lbs in 6 gallons doesn't. They'll add sugar & up your ABV though.
Regards, GF.

toadking · Jan 14, 2014

I just had 21st Amendments special edition Allies win the War which gave me the desire to use dates. I will try to create a recipe around that.

jhall4 · Jan 14, 2014

toadking said:
I just had 21st Amendments special edition Allies win the War which gave me the desire to use dates. I will try to create a recipe around that.

Just to help you along in that endeavor: http://www.ninkasibrewing.com/beer-detail/allies-win-the-war/

They list IBU, ABV, OG, plus the grains and hops used (though not specific quantities). Should give you a good starting point!

toadking · Jan 14, 2014

Brilliant, thanks.

C-Rider · Jan 15, 2014

toadking said:
My next batch is going to be a simple ESB. I am thinking about fermenting it over a few handfuls of dates, any thoughts or suggestions?

LOL When I first read this I was wondering what the heck is he talking about. Adding yeast at different "dates" during the ferment. LOL Then reading the 2nd post it all came to me. :mug:

No comment about adding "dates". :O)

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