Double Duval?

[jstuts2260]

In honor of getting married in September, I've been planning a BIG beer to age 6-9 months. I've finally decided on a hybrid Belgian Golden Strong, loosely based on the Duval clone that's on here. https://www.homebrewtalk.com/f73/duvel-clone-89384/

5 Gallons
OG 1.091
FG 1.006
ABV 11.14%
5.5 SRM
34 IBU

90 minute boil
16# Pilsner (Bel)
10oz Carapils
1# Corn Sugar (added @ 15 min)
1# Clear Candi Sugar (added @ 15 min)

1 oz SAAZ FWH
1.25 Strian Goldings @90 Min
1 oz Saaz 15 min
1 oz Citra dry hop 7 days

Yeast - yeast cake from 1.050 brew using Wyeast 3787 Trappist High Gravity
Mash - 75 minutes at 150 so it's nice and dry.


I realize Citra isn't traditional, but I think the hop would really add to the aroma. Especially since it will dissipate with time since I'm bottle conditioning this beer.

What temp should I ferment at? Start at mid 60's and bring it up? Or just let it slowly gurgle away 65?

Any suggestions would be appreciated! I'll be brewing this one the first of feb.

 

[etrain666]

A few suggestions for you:
Add the corn sugar to the primary after the first two days of ferment. It will ensure a dry finish and high attenuation. Also, the higher your ferment temps, the more Belgium flavor you will get. I would start at 65 and let it rise to 70+.