pimp my kit

[paddyporter]

ok so i have a youngs lager kit that i would like to do something extra with.

having just acquired a fridge and a temperature controller, im thinking about getting a lager yeast (wyeast munich? thoughts here would be greatly appreciated) and dry hopping some hallertau just to spice things up a little as these can kits can be a little bland

what do you guys think? will this turn out ok provided i dont make a hash of my first lagering attempt? are the hops a good idea?

thing is i dont want to do the can on its own because of how bland they are and the ale yeast doesnt make a true lager.

 

[tennesseean_87]

Maybe add some DME for more maltiness? It all depends on what sort of beer you want, and what comes in a young's lager kit. What are the specs (Gravity, IBU, color) of the kit on it's own?

 

[paddyporter]

liking the dme idea reckon that would be nice

done have any other info unfortunately but i imagine it is a pale lager around 4.5% from what ive seen in other threads

 

[Wayneh]

Keep it simple and light. Focus on the temp to get a crisp smooth lager. That's how I brew them. You'll notice how smooth they are compared to an ale. Peace

 

[paddyporter]

thanks wayneh thats exactly what im after something smooth and crisp like you say

i wired up my stc 1000 yesterday and it seems to be working well so hopefully the temps will be right and ill get what im after