Brewsit
Well-Known Member
I ordered up Austin Home Brew's Galaxy Pale Ale 5 gallon kit, and received everything today. I was really surprised at the hop schedule. Only 1 oz of hops were included, set for 3/4 at 60 min, 1/4 at 15 min, and nothing else. The grain bill is pretty simple, 9/14 lb 2 row, 1/2 lb crystal, and 1/2 lb honey malt. Does this really seem like an appropriate amount of hops for this recipe?
I know a lot of it is going to be based on taste... and I'm a west coast pale kind of guy. This is the first kit from Texas that I have bought, and I am mainly concerned that their version of good hop flavor is grossly understated. For example, Shiner Wild Hare.
Any modifications to make a pronounced Galaxy-centered pale would be awesome.
I know a lot of it is going to be based on taste... and I'm a west coast pale kind of guy. This is the first kit from Texas that I have bought, and I am mainly concerned that their version of good hop flavor is grossly understated. For example, Shiner Wild Hare.
Any modifications to make a pronounced Galaxy-centered pale would be awesome.