Good half volume boil style?

[GoBrewers]

So I have been waiting patiently for what seems like an eternity for 10gal kettles to be restocked at my LHBS so that I can start foll volume boils. In the meantime, I have been mooching off of the excellent brewing setup of a friend. However, this friend is not around right now and I have a primary fermenter sitting in my basement, empty and sad.

My question is - I have read that the primary disadvantage to a half volume boil is increased caramelization of sugars and a loss in clarity. But since summertime is right around the corner, I am hesitant to brew a big thick stout to cover up for murky beer. So I'm thinking about a Hefeweizen extract kit that I could brew tomorrow, since it's cloudy anyway. Anyone have any other suggestions or tips for brewing the best hefeweizen possible at half volume?

Thanks!

 

[grrtt78]

do the late extract method. Add your extract in the last 15 minutes or so of the boil and there will be less carmelization for a lighter colored beer.

 

[homebrewer_99]

Are you using grain, LME or DME?

 

[Prop3]

Yes, the late extract method is the best way for partial boils. Been doing it for a while now and am very pleased with the results.

 

[GoBrewers]

Are you using grain, LME or DME?

DME (6#), and LME (1#), no grain