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I'm looking for layers and complexity in the caramel grains. My thinking is that using 10 & 40 will bring more complexity then using only 20. Given all of the difference spices and complexity of the beer, I want to be sure that i have good "head" on the beer. That's why I'm using 1# Cara-Pils.

Thanks for the comments. Everything that I've read, particularly in regards to Chinook , is that it's a very "piney" hop. That's why I choose Chinook . Perhaps I'll omit the Simcoe and go with Willamette.

Quite honestly, I wasn't sure which bittering hop would fit the flavor profile that I'm trying to create. The IBU of the hops that I chose would be too high to boil for any longer then 15 minutes. Any suggestions? In terms of the spices, I considered cinnamon and/or ginger for secondary...

I hate to bump my own thread, but I want to brew this tomorrow. I'm hoping for any input the board can offer....

Here's my idea for a Christmas Season Ale. I'm thinking of having warm flavors, inspired by Christmas Cookies, Pine Trees, and Cranberry. Never done all grain before, so here's my attempt at a recipe. OG - 1.068 FG = 1.017 GRAIN BILL 4.5 lb Vienna Malt (33%) 4.5 lb 2-Row Malt (33%)...

I was hoping someone might give me some feedback. Does anybody have any input??

Here's my idea for a Christmas Season Ale. I'm thinking of having warm flavors, inspired by Christmas Cookies, Pine Trees, and Cranberry. Never done all grain before, so here's my attempt at a recipe. OG - 1.068 FG = 1.017 GRAIN BILL 4.5 lb Vienna Malt (33%) 4.5 lb 2-Row Malt (33%) 1 lb...

Anybody from Rochester, NY know where I can get a CO2 tank filled? I don't want to swap it out, as it's brand new. Thanks!

Based on suggestions I've received over the course of the day, I've adjusted the grains slightly. I want to achieve the bitterness to balance out the maltyness of such a high alcohol beer (a la the 60min) , but also be able to taste the complexities of the hops (a la the 30/15min). 5 Gallon...

this would be the updated recipe. thoughts? 5 Gallon - All Grain - 60 min boil 0.G. - 1.083 F.G. - 1.021 IBU - 71 SRM - 41 (Stats According to QBrew) Grain Bill 6.5 lb - British 2-Row 6.5 lb - Maris Otter Malt 1.5 lb - British Crystal 50/60 12 oz - Roasted Barley 12 oz - British...

What would be your recommended modification then?

My understanding is that the crystal would impart a caramel sweetness to the stout, and that coupled with the darker grains, would almost make the crystal seem more like a roasted caramel.

On a lighter note, I want it to taste good. However, on a serious note, I am looking for something with bold earthy flavors, a heavy body, and good head. I'd like to stay away from the "coffee" overtones that some Imperial Stouts often have.

Going to give my first attempt at creating my own recipe. I'd appreciate any comments or suggestions. 5 Gallon - All Grain - 60 min boil 0.G. - 1.088 F.G. - 1.022 IBU - 69 SRM - 35 (Stats According to QBrew) Grain Bill 6.5 lb - British 2-Row 6.5 lb - Maris Otter Malt 3 lb - British...

Going to give my first attempt at creating my own recipe. I'd appreciate any comments or suggestions. 5 Gallon - All Grain - 60 min boil 0.G. - 1.088 F.G. - 1.022 IBU - 69 SRM - 35 (Stats According to QBrew) Grain Bill 6.5 lb - British 2-Row 6.5 lb - Maris Otter Malt 3 lb -...

So if that's the case, them what the heck happened to the lees at the bottom of the carboy???? FYI, I plan on racking tonight, to begin a 6 week 2ndary fermentation.

Just started my first attempt at making wine. I started with a frozen bucket of 2007 Napa Valley Cabernet Must. The grapes fermented for 10 days, and on Monday I crushed all of the grapes (by hand) and moved the wine to a 5 gallon carboy to await settlement so that I can rack and begin...

Do I need to do anything to make sure that I don't introduce bacteria into the secondary via the cocoa powder / coffee?

Crap. I already added the Oak Powder to the Primary. I think I only added about 1.5 ounces total though. So, I should add 5 ounces cocoa powder to the secondary, and then a day or so before bottling add the coffee beans?