So, I've recently been on a bit of an amber ale kick, having rediscovered the style and why I used to like it. The problem is that my current amber ale recipe calls for Nelson Sauvin hops, and suddenly the local brewers have discovered that hop's unique properties, leading to a frequently empty shelf at my local homebrew shop. So, what is your favorite hop to use for a somewhat hoppy amber ale? I intend to try out something new if Nelson Sauvin is out.
Favorite Amber Ale Hops
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Are you looking for something more classic? Because Cascade/Centennial is always a good combo.
jwalk4
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Ambers deserve American hops, I think.
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This is a copy of the recipe I used, I'm pretty sure it was straight from brewing classic style sits am American amber. My wife liked this one due to the caramel sweetness it has and the hop character. I hope you find this useful.
This is a copy of the recipe I used, I'm pretty sure it was straight from brewing classic style sits am American amber. My wife liked this one due to the caramel sweetness it has and the hop character. I hope you find this useful.
thunderwagn
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Cascades. Are. Delicious. I'm loving the amber I've got right now done with Cascades. :fro:
crusader1612
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stone levitation *COUGH*COUGH*
No, not really. I tend to aim for the more exotic.
Galaxy/Amarillo is a good combo. I've started using Azacca and its got a great and unique character.
flars
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I'm brewing Ambers with all Cascade.
Why not order a pound of Nelson Sauvin online?
After use, squeeze all the air out, tape it shut and store in your freezer. Or vacuum seal smaller amounts. It will be good for 2 years at least. The colder the better. I store mine at -4-0°F.
After use, squeeze all the air out, tape it shut and store in your freezer. Or vacuum seal smaller amounts. It will be good for 2 years at least. The colder the better. I store mine at -4-0°F.
Limited fridge/freezer space, unfortunately.
You're saying there's no way to cram a 6x6x2" bag of your favorite hops in your freezer?
Fridge is NOT good enough, hops will suffer. Aside from the price, what irks me the most about buying them at the LHBS, they're not frozen. Some may have been there a year, who'd know.
modifier
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I have used galena in couple of ambers with great success. Latest one had an interesting blackcurrant twang when i used whole cones of the latest harvest.
Ive used centennial / williamette and nugget all good for a little bitter in an amber
Shade
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I have just stepped away from my amber which is merrily mashing at 67C/152.5F.
Hop combo of the day is Simcoe/Columbus/Mosaic. Hoping for some tasty goodness.
Hop combo of the day is Simcoe/Columbus/Mosaic. Hoping for some tasty goodness.
I'm a fan of a centennial, Chinook, cascade combo late, and Magnum as the 60 min addition.
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Bitter with Centennial
Late addition with Cascade and Ahtanum
Bitter with Centennial
Late addition with Cascade and Ahtanum
Alienz8mypopcorn
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I actually really like that you think this!!
I'm a bit of a nerd, so I started creating a few Marvel inspired beer recipes, and my "Cap's Old Glory Amber Ale" is brewed with all American ingredients, and I chose an Amber because it's such an inherently American style.
Haha, if it is well received at the brew store that I work at, then I'll likely post the recipe eventually. It's going to be kegged this weekend
Either way, I didn't mean to jump off-topic, I was just worried that other people would think I was off-base by selecting an Amber for my Captain America recipe, so I was excited to see that someone else at least shares my sentiments.
Just to remain somewhat on-topic, after I get off work at my primary job, I'll edit to include the hops that I used. I just can't remember off the top of my head and my recipe is at home.
Edit: Pre-carb, it has a pretty nice flavor! I used Simcoe and US Fuggle!
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