EamusCatuli
Well-Known Member
Hello!
I finally have a fermentation chamber so I can brew lagers and pilsners! Woot!
I want to brew a bohemian pilsner first, but I have some questions that I hope to answer.
BJCP says ingredients should include - Soft water with low mineral content, Saaz hops, Moravian malted barley, Czech lager yeast.
- Would using bottled water be a good technique to match the water profile (low mineral content)? If not, how can I achieve a more soft water with low sulfate, and low carbonate levels? I have always had trouble with water, so any help would be appreciated (I live in the city of Chicago - water report).
- What exactly is considered Moravian malted barley?
- I see that low levels or Diacetyl are OK, what would be the best fermentation and lagering schedule for a bohemian pilsner?
I appreciate the help or any other suggestions!
Thanks,
Matt
I finally have a fermentation chamber so I can brew lagers and pilsners! Woot!
I want to brew a bohemian pilsner first, but I have some questions that I hope to answer.
BJCP says ingredients should include - Soft water with low mineral content, Saaz hops, Moravian malted barley, Czech lager yeast.
- Would using bottled water be a good technique to match the water profile (low mineral content)? If not, how can I achieve a more soft water with low sulfate, and low carbonate levels? I have always had trouble with water, so any help would be appreciated (I live in the city of Chicago - water report).
- What exactly is considered Moravian malted barley?
- I see that low levels or Diacetyl are OK, what would be the best fermentation and lagering schedule for a bohemian pilsner?
I appreciate the help or any other suggestions!
Thanks,
Matt