Brown Ale

[irishod89]

I'm looking to brew something similar to Moose Drool. Here's what I have so far
hopville . "OTO Brown" American Brown Ale Recipe

Any suggestions? Especially on the yeast, was also thinking of WLP002 or
Wyeast 1098.

Also, just to make sure, the caramel/crystal 80 and chocolate need to be steeped not mashed right?

I was thinking of using a little black patent but it seems like the small amount I would use would make it to dark in color while not adding a ton of flavor. Is that at all accurate?

Also, could I do a late addition with the extract, maybe 2 lbs or so?

Thanks for any help.

 

[Teacher]

With a brown, you can use any American or British variety you want. The two you mention would work just fine, as would 001 (Wye's 1056, US-05), or 005 (slightly drier than 002). Yes, you only need to steep those malts, but a full pound might come out pretty sweet for a typical brown. Patent, in small amounts, will have very little impact on flavor, so I'd skip it (it's a brown, after all, not a black). Have fun!

 

[hoppysailor]

Not sure if you've seen it but there is a Moose Drool Clone recipe at brew365.com. Also, the brewingnetwork.com did a Moose Drool clone on their Can You Brew It podcasts. You can download the podcast at their website. The segment includes an interview with the head brewer at big sky.

 

[Malticulous]

I'm not a fan of liberty, but vanguard is great in a American brown ale. I used liberty as a sub in my last version of Gila Monster and I'm disappointed. Pins and needles is all I can say.

 

[irishod89]

Thanks for the advice. After listening to the podcast, I changed a few things and think I might be ready to pick up ingredients. Feel free to comment further. Thanks again.

 

[headfullahops]

Since Moose Drool is an American Brown,, why don't you try a #1056 or #1272. Also, I've found that Cluster hops work great in an American style Brown Ale. Good luck!!!