Alternative Sugar Beer RIS with Molasses

[Tall_Yotie]

Glad to here amcclai7! Let me know if you have any questions.

Duncan, yes this is a 5 gallon batch. I aim for about a 1.098, but with some efficiency issues due to the large batch you can have a 1.090 and still be fine. Don't be afraid to do a larger and longer boil so you have more water to sparge with.

I find it beneficial to mash the dark grains separately so the mash isn't as thick initally.

 

[smit70136]

About a year of aging and this continues to evolve. Absolutely love this!View attachment ImageUploadedByHome Brew1454553884.627263.jpg

 

[Tall_Yotie]

Awesome! I found a few bottles stashed away that were 4 years old. They were heavier on the carb, but other than that were amazing! The molasses really shined, as the hops had dropped back.

I'm planning on doing some oak aging with my next batch, and doing a condensed/simplified recipe. I'll let you know if it is a success!

And for your pic; don't you love that super dark head? This beer is dark through and trough!

 

[smit70136]

Yeah, it really came out perfect for my taste. Time to brew this again I think.