I brewed an extract batch today, using partial cans of LME and garden hops. It broke some rules. One of the open cans of LME was a 2/1 mix of Munich and Pilsen Light that has been in the fridge seven months. The other was an open can of amber that was only opened three months ago. I didn't put vodka on either, trusting the fridge to do the job. They looked and smelled okay, the wort smelled great. I used leaf hops from an upstate garden. Three generations old, they are probably cluster. Here it is:
1.8lbs Amber LME
1.1 lbs mixed Munich Pilsen 2/1
.75oz Cluster @ 25
.75oz Cluster @ 5
1/2 pack S-04
It's in my BDC right now. OG 1.048, 2.125 gallons, 38IBU.
I'm thinking of calling it "Old Pale Ale", or "Old Garden".
Leftover Pale Ale
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Leftover Pale Ale
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Re: Leftover Pale Ale
IMO you got the name right on the thread "Leftover" seems perfect. would seem to indicate a beer, while not bad, is not exactly repeatable.
"Filled with mingled cream and amber
I will drain that glass again.
Such hilarious visions clamber
Through the chambers of my brain
-- Quaintest thoughts -- Queerest fancies
Come to life and fade away;
Who cares how time advances?
I am drinking ale today."
Edgar Allan Poe
I will drain that glass again.
Such hilarious visions clamber
Through the chambers of my brain
-- Quaintest thoughts -- Queerest fancies
Come to life and fade away;
Who cares how time advances?
I am drinking ale today."
Edgar Allan Poe
Re: Leftover Pale Ale
Sounds like one of the original lagers that Anchor used to brew way back when.
Good luck with it!
Good luck with it!
Re: Leftover Pale Ale
Thank you both. I've sort of been hoarding ingredients. So I wanted to brew and use them up.
Making beer and stew for the Zombie Apocalypse.
Never mind, there it is.
Never mind, there it is.
Re: Leftover Pale Ale
Some of the best beer I've made has been Frankenbier.
It should be tasty whatever it is.
It should be tasty whatever it is.
Re: Leftover Pale Ale
Yeah, looks good...
BTW, I have used old open cans of refrigerated LME as well...
No mold, no issue... Just a little darker...
BTW, I have used old open cans of refrigerated LME as well...
No mold, no issue... Just a little darker...
Re: Leftover Pale Ale
Glad to hear it Papa. Thanks Mash. I guess if it works out well, I'll have to modify the recipe instructions: "Open two cans of LME, use half to two thirds. Lager the rest at 35 for six months...
Making beer and stew for the Zombie Apocalypse.
Never mind, there it is.
Never mind, there it is.
