First Lager -- Some bitterness

[baron]

Just kegged my first lager (kit was Negra Modelo Clone from Northern Brewer).

It has been carbonating in keg for about a week -- tried a sample and a little more bitter than I expected.

Had it sitting at 35 degrees in secondary for 6 weeks previous to kegging.
I did do a Dyacetyl Rest in Primary Fermenter before transferring to Secondary.
Very thorough cleaning and sanitation of keg also.

I guess I just don't know what to expect since I have never made a lager before -- all of my ales turn out really well.

Any chance the bitterness will subside after sitting in keg for awhile longer?
Anyone else experience this?


Thanks,

Rick

 

[Paradingbull]

The most important lesson I have learned from these forums is the lesson of patience. Let the beer sit one, two, three weeks. It will get better and better.

 

[baron]

The most important lesson I have learned from these forums is the lesson of patience. Let the beer sit one, two, three weeks. It will get better and better.

Yep -- it's been over a week since I first posted -- it already tasting better.

 

[Cyclman]

Age will help. I love the Elevator in Columbus, as well as Schmidt's.

 

[baron]

Age will help. I love the Elevator in Columbus, as well as Schmidt's.

Yes -- both very good places (Schmidt's and Elevator Company). Quite a few microbrew bars/restaurants opening in Columbus too -- also another big thing beginning to catch on in Columbus are Growler Stations.