Substitution Question...

[Airborneguy]

Making a black IPA which calls for 13lbs of 2-row as the base. My LHBS only has 3lbs, and won't get another shipment until after thanksgiving, but since I am off thanksgiving week (yeah job seniority!) I want to get a brew day in.

Should I substitute with marris otter or 6-row? I have never used 6-row before so I was leaning towards the marris otter, but it's more expensive.

 

[s3n8]

I would go with MO, it makes great IPAs.

 

[david_42]

MO, unless they have a Pilsner malt around. 6-row would also be fine. It has a little higher protein content and some people detect a grainier flavor, but that's rather subjective.

 

[Airborneguy]

Thanks guys. I ordered the MO. Should basically have the same taste as the recipe intended.