Hefe With Some Hop Spice (AG)

[GreenDog]

I'm trying to do a simple Hefe that I plan to ferment high (around 68*) to get that banana flavor but I still want to add a little bit of spice. I am thinking that can be done by using some "spicy" hops. Here's what I am thinking.

Grain Bill
5lb Pale Malt (2 Row)
5lb Wheat Malt
.5lb Rice Hulls

Hop Schedule
.25oz Sterling @ 50min
1oz Liberty @ 10 or 5 min (haven't decided yet)

Yeast
Wyeast #3068

Any input will be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!

 

[Jebu1788]

Liberty wouldn't be bad, but consider going with Tettnang. They work really well to give that spicy taste, and work great in weissbier. Late additions aren't traditional, but a 1 oz addition would be an interesting little experiment. My two cents.

 

[GreenDog]

I was thinking it could be a fun experiment. That was another hop I was considering. I just don't have much first hand experience with either and the hop descriptions I can find leave a bit to be desired.

 

[Jebu1788]

I know what you mean. These guys (http://www.brew-dudes.com/tettnang-hops/547) usually have pretty good descriptions. Anyway, both would be good, but you may get more "spiciness" from Tettnang.

 

[GreenDog]

Awesome site, thanks! Looks like Tettnanag it is.