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The problem with using fresh hops is this: They will impede the growth of some lacto strains and other bugs. Remember, traditional lambics start on coolships with Wild caught yeast, not pitched from neat packets. BA allows for brettanomyces because they are an integral part of the flora of the...

If you are looking to dry it out, don't use s-33. Id pitch a french Saison and call it a day. Also, the 15 and 5 minute additions will work better as whirlpool. Id combine them and do a 20 minutes at 80 degrees C. Another option would be to do a german ale and go down a Koelsch-ish route...