2 month old crushed grains

[petep1980]

I have a PTE grain bill I ordered June 1st in my keezer. It's been close to 34-36°F the entire time along with my hops.

I'd like to brew it in the next couple weeks. Will the grains still be good?

 

[whatsleftofyou]

More importantly than temp, have they been kept dry? If so, run with it. I've used crushed grain quite a bit older than that and not had issues, but I keep mine in Rubbermaid/Tupperware containers.

 

[petep1980]

They came sealed in bags.

 

[brrman]

I've used crushed grain over a year old that was kept airtight. Beer came out great.

 

[Carter1932]

You should be good to go. I would taste a few grains first, if they taste normal you ought to be ok.

 

[joety]

I had the same issue. I added a couple pounds of fresh two row and called it an imperial. Came out great.

 

[petep1980]

I had the same issue. I added a couple pounds of fresh two row and called it an imperial. Came out great.

Expected OG is 1.078!!!

 

[joety]

Expected OG is 1.078!!!

Quad?

 

[petep1980]

Quad?

Pliny the Elder Clone. It's like an imperial pale ale. I targeted 75% efficiency. I've been hitting 80%, but I'm going to only sparge once to save time.

 

[brewagentjay]

Thanks for asking I have some crushed grain that is at least 3 weeks old and was curious. They have been kept dry in sealed bags.

 

[Lumberbrew]

I've brewed with year+ old crushed grains before and it turned out fine (I have a hard time turning down free stuff!)
As long as they are stored properly - dry, airtight, cool, dark - it should be fine.

 

[dteverbaugh]

I opened up some grains Id stored for two months, and after thinking I was seeing things I poured some in a bowl and realized I was seeing tons of tiny bugs. Do a bug/mold check on old grains, and if ok use them. Name the beer "Yee Old Ale"....