Mk010101
Well-Known Member
I was thinking about how one could use mostly light DME in most brews and use extract grains for color and flavor. However I do have a few questions which pertains to "converting" recipes found here and elsewhere.
First, if a recipe calls for 3 lbs light DME and 3 lbs. amber DME, what "extra" specialty grain should be used if I wanted to go with 6 lbs of light DME? Is that "conversion" even possible?
What about munich LME? Is there a way to come close to that flavor with DME and specialty grains?
Is there a website or book with this type of conversions? Sometimes it seems buying in bulk (whether LME or DME) is a great money saver, but only if it is very versatile. 55lbs of DME would last a year, but I don't want to brew only a few certain types of beers. Would be nice to have a little variety.
Thanks for any help.
First, if a recipe calls for 3 lbs light DME and 3 lbs. amber DME, what "extra" specialty grain should be used if I wanted to go with 6 lbs of light DME? Is that "conversion" even possible?
What about munich LME? Is there a way to come close to that flavor with DME and specialty grains?
Is there a website or book with this type of conversions? Sometimes it seems buying in bulk (whether LME or DME) is a great money saver, but only if it is very versatile. 55lbs of DME would last a year, but I don't want to brew only a few certain types of beers. Would be nice to have a little variety.
Thanks for any help.