Coconut Cherry Pale Ale

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Perhaps a bit strange, but I've seen a few Cherry Pale Ales & IPA's and a few Coconut Pale Ales & IPA's. I thought I might give a "combo" a shot.

The citrus/tropical flavor in the hops is kind of the "orange/mango/lemon" type flavors that, at least in my mind would go well with a cherry flavor. The honey malt is meant to give a bit of sweetness as well. Thoughts?

RECIPE STATS
Pre-Boil Volume: 4.10 US gals
Post-Boil Volume: 3.10 US gals
OG: 1.053 SG
FG: 1.013 SG
IBU: 54.2 IBU
Color: 5.2 SRM
Mash Efficiency: 70.0 %
Fermentation Temp: 64F

MALTS
US 2-Row Malt 6lb 0oz
Canadian Honey Malt 6.00 oz

HOPS
9g Warrior @ 60min
9g Citra @ 15min
9g Galaxy @ 15min
9g Citra @ 0min
9g Galaxy @ 0min
9g Citra @ Dry-Hopped
9g Galaxy @ Dry-Hopped


OTHER INGREDIENTS
1.5lbs Sweet Cherry Puree in Fermenter
8oz Toasted & Shredded Coconut In Keg

YEAST
US-05

 

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That looks like a winner. I think it's a great combo, a perfect Summer time brew. A touch of wheat could be good with the cherry/coconut as well.

How's homebrewing in Cinci these days. I lived there for quite awhile, but haven't been back in 6-7 years.

 

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A touch of wheat could be good with the cherry/coconut as well.

Good thought. I have some wheat I could add to the recipe. May dial the 2-Row down to 5 lbs and throw 1lb of wheat in.

How's homebrewing in Cinci these days. I lived there for quite awhile, but haven't been back in 6-7 years.

It's a great brewing city. I'm a transplant, but have been here almost 15 years now. The craft scene is definitely thriving. A number of breweries and we've got 3 dedicated home brew shops in addition to a handful of other places where you can buy supplies and ingredients.