Belgian Dark Strong Ale Belgian Dark Strong Ale, HBT Contest Winner, 18E

[markcurry]

I just tapped this (a little early, couldn't wait). Outstanding beer. Thanks for the recipe @LoneOakDesign

Just FYI - the keg conditioned just fine with only the WLP500. I never added any other yeast to prime.

My first beer of this style, and first one with any appreciable conditioning time (6 months). I may need to buy another keg so I can always have a least one in the pipeline conditioning...

Regards,

Mark

 

[29Savoy]

Brief question. What is "5.2 Stabilizer" mentioned in the recipe? What's its function in the recipe? Who makes it? I've never used it before and am looking for a new BDS recipe.

 

[jigtwins]

Brief question. What is "5.2 Stabilizer" mentioned in the recipe? What's its function in the recipe? Who makes it? I've never used it before and am looking for a new BDS recipe.

It is a ph stabilizer. not sure who makes it. I have read that it does not do much for keeping your mash at the proper mash ph though. You will be better off using some mash ph software and additions of acid to reach the desired ph. I use this.. https://www.brewersfriend.com/mash-chemistry-and-brewing-water-calculator/