Brewer dad
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I have a bunch of Maitake in my freezer, been reading The Homebrewer’s Almanac and Radical brewing which have gotten me interested in using mushrooms in beer. Anyone with experience or suggestions?
I started a tincture tonight via radical brewings instructions for their chanterelle ale, just with the Maitake. Will report back. I have a couple pounds left so might do some in boil too. I am fortunate enough to get a good amount every year so not too worried about it.
What limited commercial examples I could find were all on the lighter end of the srm spectrum, which somewhat surprised me. Some IPAs and a smoked blonde. I was thinking more of a brown or darker, but now wondering if the Maitake might be overshadowed.
I’ve sent some emails to breweries but no repose yet.
I started a tincture tonight via radical brewings instructions for their chanterelle ale, just with the Maitake. Will report back. I have a couple pounds left so might do some in boil too. I am fortunate enough to get a good amount every year so not too worried about it.
What limited commercial examples I could find were all on the lighter end of the srm spectrum, which somewhat surprised me. Some IPAs and a smoked blonde. I was thinking more of a brown or darker, but now wondering if the Maitake might be overshadowed.
I’ve sent some emails to breweries but no repose yet.
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