American Wheat Beer Sterling Gold (3.5% AG, Light and Zesty)

[BierMuncher]

I made this with the GoP instead of the peppercorn....one of my favorite beers I've made so far....unfortunately I made this for the father in law for fathers day so I only got a couple of beers off of it (and of course the two 750 ml i saved for myself.) Definite remake...probably this weekend......and this time a 10 gallon batch.

So I'm guessing the FIL like it?

 

[scox80]

So I'm guessing the FIL like it?

funny you should ask...he called me last night after I wrote that last post to tell me he went to go refill his glass and there was no more left...he wanted to know if he had to wait till next fathers day to get some more...and he offered to pay for the ingredients if I make him some more...so I guess he did

 

[Warped04]

I gave one to my Guinea Pig, I mean my neighbor. He's a Coors Light Drinker, but will drink good beers as long as they aren't dark, and has to stay under about 40IBU's.

He loved this beer. Once again. Great Beer.

 

[John Beere]

Hmm... Any thoughts on lagering this instead of treating it as an ale?

 

[Warped04]

You're just getting crazy John! I've never lagered, so I couldn't tell you what characteristics it would give.

 

[redneckbeagle]

BierMuncher, what do you think some alternative yeast would affect this recipe? I am think ing of doing a European Ale yeast like Wyeast 1338 or a Danstart Windsor Ale yeast? I have not been real satisfied with my Safale experiences, but those where wheat beers.

Any thoughts?

 

[BierMuncher]

BierMuncher, what do you think some alternative yeast would affect this recipe? I am think ing of doing a European Ale yeast like Wyeast 1338 or a Danstart Windsor Ale yeast? I have not been real satisfied with my Safale experiences, but those where wheat beers.

Any thoughts?

I've not used those strains, but as long as they are a simple, clean tasting yeast that flocculate well, you should be golden. (get it...golden???)

 

[redneckbeagle]

BeirMuncher,

I have just picked up all the ingredients to do this brew tomorrow. I did get the GOP instead of the Black pepper corn.

I have never used the corriander and bitter orange peel.

Do I crush the bitter orange peel, coriander and GOP or pitch it as is?

 

[BierMuncher]

BeirMuncher,

I have just picked up all the ingredients to do this brew tomorrow. I did get the GOP instead of the Black pepper corn.

I have never used the corriander and bitter orange peel.

Do I crush the bitter orange peel, coriander and GOP or pitch it as is?

The orange peel should be crushed already, or at least broken in to pieces.

You always want to crush your spices, so give them a good rolling with a rolling pin or run them through a coffee grinder.

Be sparing with that GOP. It is powerful stuff. You can always add more to the secondary if you need. You're looking for a "hint" of spice.

 

[redneckbeagle]

The orange peel should be crushed already, or at least broken in to pieces.

You always want to crush your spices, so give them a good rolling with a rolling pin or run them through a coffee grinder.

Be sparing with that GOP. It is powerful stuff. You can always add more to the secondary if you need. You're looking for a "hint" of spice.

I have 2 grams of GOP. Should that work or do you have a recommendation?

I really appreciate your help on this.

 

[BierMuncher]

I have 2 grams of GOP. Should that work or do you have a recommendation?

I really appreciate your help on this.

That's not even 1/10th of an ounce so I think you're safe there.

 

[redneckbeagle]

Just did a gravity reading and tasting after 10 days and everything is AWESOME!!!! Going to force carb one keg tomorrow. Used the Seeds of Paradise, but am going to do the next batch with the Black Pepper corn.

This is a definite do over and hopefully again this month!!!!!

 

[gonzo brewer]

How would this taste if I substituted US 2-row for the Pilsner? I have all the other ingredients and would like to make it this Friday.

 

[BierMuncher]

How would this taste if I substituted US 2-row for the Pilsner? I have all the other ingredients and would like to make it this Friday.

I usually won't hesitate to interchange pils for standard 2-row.

 

[jcole]

Is it recommended to crush or grind the spices (Grains of Paradise, Coriander, Orange Peel) or boil them whole?

 

[BierMuncher]

Is it recommended to crush or grind the spices (Grains of Paradise, Coriander, Orange Peel) or boil them whole?

Crush up the coriander using a rolling pin...or a coffee grinder. Orange peel (if bought from an LHBS) should be sufficiently crushed.

I've converted to using fresh orange peel using a zester. Makes a very nice flavor difference.

 

[jcole]

Cool! Thanks very much BierMuncher. Looks like a great recipe. I'm looking forward to brewing the PM version of this and will post my results.

 

[artbrewer]

anyone have a 5 gal recipe conversion for this beer?
ag recipe

 

[Chriso]

Cross-posted from 10der & Mild Swap:

BM's Sterling Gold:
- Aroma is very intriguing! Almost... herbal? Peppery with a note of minty? Almost like a soft herbal liqueur, or even a gruit aroma.
- Color is phenomenal - a nice light copper, and crystal clear.
- Flavor is peppery and soft, with just a little hint of citrus. Still picking up a very herbal undertone. I've never used these Sterling hops before, but if this is indicative of their profile, I like it.
- Mouthfeel is very crisp and clean. Easy-drinkin' beer.

 

[Warped04]

Wow...BM did this as part of the 10der? Or was it just a part of the swap?

 

[BierMuncher]

Wow...BM did this as part of the 10der? Or was it just a part of the swap?

It was just part of the swap. I decided since we were all awash in our own mild's, to send three milds and then one each of this SG, a dry hopped Centennial blonde and my "Outer Limits" IPA.

 

[slim chillingsworth]

chalk up one more successful batch of this recipe. very nicely done BM. i love the peppery note.

 

[jcole]

I just bottled this yesterday. Looking forward to drinking it once its fully carbonated.

 

[nghtmre4u]

Thanks BM. I have been working on my brew schedule trying to come up with a good house brew and alot of your brews are on the list. Just wanted to Thank You for your efforts.

 

[jcole]

I just bottled this yesterday. Looking forward to drinking it once its fully carbonated.

This is a nice beer. One of my wife's favorites.

As advertised, light and zesty with a subtle hint of spices up front.

 

[Mutilated1]

I bet thats a really good beer. I've been in love with Sterling hops for my beers lately, especially in smaller beers they come out awesome.

 

[tndave]

I did a PM version of this using DME and it is great...almost all gone. I am now going to do an AG...but why the 90 min boil? I have only used 60 min boils in the past...

 

[Warped04]

I did a PM version of this using DME and it is great...almost all gone. I am now going to do an AG...but why the 90 min boil? I have only used 60 min boils in the past...

Pilsner malt needs a 90 minute boil to get rid of DMS. If you you are using extract it's probably been boiled just fine, but if you are AG'ing it you need to do a 90 minute boil.

 

[NomNom]

Picked up all the ingredients to try this today. Hopefully the weather will cooperate tomorrow so I can actually brew it...

 

[like2brew]

sounds like a good inexpensive recipe. gonna give it a shot