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I just bottled my 2nd batch in my Coopers DIY kit, a nice stout with some extra malts and hops. Only problem now is that i have an empty fermenter while i decide what to make next. I am interested in making a fruit wheat beer for the spring and would like some suggestions on recipes and some...

Ok, another question, does the dme have to be boiled, or is that just if more hops are added? ( which I will probably end up adding)

Ok so here is the the potential lineup: 18 l brew 1 can of Coopers Stout 1 can Coopers lme dark 2 lbs Muntons dme dark 1 pkg s-04 "beast yeast" 2 weeks primary 5 weeks secondary Chilled and ready for St Pattys Day! Any potential issues here? Too much malt? Maybe 23L?

I just purchased my first beer kit for the Cooper DIY kit. I have the standard Cooper Stout along with 2 pounds of Muntons dark dry malt extract. I am looking to make a thick, high alcohol stout for St. Patrick's Day festivities. Any tips or additions to this recipe to help aid in my...