National Homebrew Club Ireland

Hi all, and a happy new year to you.

As the 2016 Nationals will soon be upon us, bring your competition entries for some feedback.

I'll also be dropping off t-shirts, so please indicate below if you want me to bring yours.

See further details here (http://www.nationalhomebrewclub.ie/forum/index.php/topic,8012.0.html). Please sign up below if attending.

Cheers,
Bubbles.

1. Bubbles - Porter, Bitter

50/50. North County meet is on the Tuesday, so will depend on weather I can get another pass for the night out ;)

Any chance we can push it to following week for the start of the month of February instead?

Shanna

Quote from: Shanna on January 07, 2016, 05:35:17 PM
Any chance we can push it to following week for the start of the month of February instead?

Shanna

Why? Attendance was better when we were having it on the last Thursday of the month.

Quote from: Bubbles on January 07, 2016, 07:40:47 PM

Quote from: Shanna on January 07, 2016, 05:35:17 PM
Any chance we can push it to following week for the start of the month of February instead?

Shanna

Why? Attendance was better when we were having it on the last Thursday of the month.

28th of January does not suit that is all. Not looking to switch it every month just this time around.

Shanna

I've no problem changing it. If people want to sign up and indicate their date preference, I can change the thread title and rearrange with the landlord.

1. Bubbles - Porter, Bitter
2. Molc - Feb - ipa, cal common mk2, stout, citra ipa/amber

Also grew the 810 yeast for Declan and picking up my shirt.

Quote from: molc on January 08, 2016, 11:03:39 AM

1. Bubbles - Porter, Bitter
2. Molc - Feb - ipa, cal common mk2, stout, citra ipa/amber
3. Shanna - Feb - Jaggery Pale Ale (made with fenugreek and Jaggery cane sugar) my take on a Randy Mosher recipe.

Could we use this as a meet to get people to give feedback on beers to be submitted to the Nationals?

Shanna

Quote from: Shanna on January 08, 2016, 12:46:42 PM
Could we use this as a meet to get people to give feedback on beers to be submitted to the Nationals?

Don't see any reason why not. No scoresheets this time; just critical feedback :D

Also, some beers can be entered in multiple categories or may be better in a different category, so consider that when entering...

Quote from: molc on January 08, 2016, 12:56:34 PM

Quote from: Shanna on January 08, 2016, 12:46:42 PM
Could we use this as a meet to get people to give feedback on beers to be submitted to the Nationals?

Don't see any reason why not. No scoresheets this time; just critical feedback :D

Also, some beers can be entered in multiple categories or may be better in a different category, so consider that when entering...

Agreed assistance on answering too questions
1. Is it worth entering?
2. If yes to 1, validate the choice of category to enter the beer in.

Shanna

Quote from: Shanna on January 08, 2016, 01:11:24 PM
Agreed assistance on answering too questions
1. Is it worth entering?
2. If yes to 1, validate the choice of category to enter the beer in.

Shanna

One small issue - the meet is after the collection date, unless Conor knows the bottles are getting picked up after the meet. 31st January is the official deadline, so keep it in mind.

Quote from: molc on January 08, 2016, 01:26:55 PM
One small issue - the meet is after the collection date, unless Conor knows the bottles are getting picked up after the meet. 31st January is the official deadline, so keep it in mind.

You'll still have to have the beers registered and paid for by the 31st Jan!

So choose your categories carefully! :)

Quote from: Bubbles on January 08, 2016, 02:09:57 PM

Quote from: molc on January 08, 2016, 01:26:55 PM
One small issue - the meet is after the collection date, unless Conor knows the bottles are getting picked up after the meet. 31st January is the official deadline, so keep it in mind.

You'll still have to have the beers registered and paid for by the 31st Jan!

So choose your categories carefully! :)

Can you update the category after that date?

Shanna

Quote from: Shanna on January 08, 2016, 06:13:44 PM

Quote from: Bubbles on January 08, 2016, 02:09:57 PM

Quote from: molc on January 08, 2016, 01:26:55 PM
One small issue - the meet is after the collection date, unless Conor knows the bottles are getting picked up after the meet. 31st January is the official deadline, so keep it in mind.

You'll still have to have the beers registered and paid for by the 31st Jan!

So choose your categories carefully! :)

Can you update the category after that date?

Shanna

I doubt it, from previous years, I think the comp software locks down all the entries. Makes sense, because it's only when registration is closed can categories, assignation of judges etc. happen.

Quote from: Shanna on January 08, 2016, 06:13:44 PM

Quote from: Bubbles on January 08, 2016, 02:09:57 PM

Quote from: molc on January 08, 2016, 01:26:55 PM
One small issue - the meet is after the collection date, unless Conor knows the bottles are getting picked up after the meet. 31st January is the official deadline, so keep it in mind.

You'll still have to have the beers registered and paid for by the 31st Jan!

So choose your categories carefully! :)

Can you update the category after that date?

Shanna

It should be fairly clear cut what category the beer belongs in. Those guidelines are pretty comprehensive - just go through the beer styles you think your beer might belong in, and tick off each characteristic. If you can't decide, enter the beer in more than one category. Simples!

1. Bubbles - Porter, Bitter
2. Molc - Feb - ipa, cal common mk2, stout, citra ipa/amber
3. Shanna - Feb - Jaggery Pale Ale (made with fenugreek and Jaggery cane sugar) my take on a Randy Mosher recipe.
4. Lurchalicious - no beer - I prefer the 28th because I have the next day off  >:D.  But ill go with whatever.

Edit: Sorry Shanna I didn't see your sign up in post 9 until now!

1. Bubbles - Porter, Bitter
2. Molc - Feb - ipa, cal common mk2, stout, citra ipa/amber
3. Lurchalicious - no beer - I prefer the 28th because I have the next day off  >:D.  But ill go with whatever.
4. bachus - cider,  mead

1. Bubbles - Porter, Bitter
2. Molc - Feb - ipa, cal common mk2, stout, citra ipa/amber
3. Lurchalicious - no beer - I prefer the 28th because I have the next day off  >:D.  But ill go with whatever.
4. bachus - cider,  mead
5. JohnC - Pilnser

1. Bubbles - Porter, Bitter
2. Molc - Feb - ipa, cal common mk2, stout, citra ipa/amber
3. Lurchalicious - no beer - I prefer the 28th because I have the next day off  >:D.  But ill go with whatever.
4. bachus - cider,  mead
5. JohnC - Pilnser
6. Craiclad - Oatmeal Stout, Irish Red Ale, Citra IPA

Lads, can ye indicate your preference on date, or else we'll go with the original date of Thur 28th. Ta.

Personally I'm happy with the 28th, would love to get some advice on which beers/categories to enter before the official drop off date.

1. Bubbles - Porter, Bitter
2. Molc - Feb - ipa, cal common mk2, stout, citra ipa/amber
3. Lurchalicious - no beer - I prefer the 28th because I have the next day off  >:D.  But ill go with whatever.
4. bachus - cider,  mead
5. JohnC - Pilnser
6. Craiclad - Oatmeal Stout, Irish Red Ale, Citra IPA
7. CC- Best Bitter

Thurs 28th suits me grand

Bachus has also confirmed for the 28th, so it looks like the date is decided. Sorry it doesn't suit everyone.

It's all good. I'll still try to make it myself - been working on brownie points at home ;)

Quote from: molc on January 12, 2016, 02:40:42 PM
It's all good. I'll still try to make it myself - been working on brownie points at home ;)

I won't ask what you're doing to earn those brownie points..  :D

Let me know on the day if you're a defo and I'll bring your tshirts. The demi-john I haven't forgotten about! But it might have to wait until the following month, when I have less baggage to carry! :)

Just a reminder to bring along a sample or two of the beers you're entering in the comp, for one last round of SDB feedback! :)

Quote from: Bubbles on January 12, 2016, 07:50:53 PM
Just a reminder to bring along a sample or two of the beers you're entering in the comp, for one last round of SDB feedback! :)

Early start next morning so might have to be. a flying visit. Need to get my feedback :)

Shanna

We'll have the alka seltzer ready for you so!

Lads, I'll be bringing along tshirts next week for the following:

Molc
Lurchalicious
bachus
JohnC

Hi everyone,

My name is Jack, I am kind of new to the whole homebrewing scene. Me and my dad have made a few batches at home using extract and hop pellets. We also manged to grow some pioneer hops our back garden and made a nice malty IPA. I am in college at the moment and doing a project where I am building a temperature controlled fermentation chamber. It would be great if I could come along and talk to you guys and get some tips on brewing and maybe ask you some questions about your fermentation processes.

thanks  ;D

Plenty of guys that know their stuff there and very welcoming

Quote from: jackstrongjastro on January 25, 2016, 09:40:42 AM
Hi everyone,

My name is Jack, I am kind of new to the whole homebrewing scene. Me and my dad have made a few batches at home using extract and hop pellets. We also manged to grow some pioneer hops our back garden and made a nice malty IPA. I am in college at the moment and doing a project where I am building a temperature controlled fermentation chamber. It would be great if I could come along and talk to you guys and get some tips on brewing and maybe ask you some questions about your fermentation processes.

thanks  ;D

You'll be very welcome, Jack. We normally kick off around 8pm in the lounge. We'll be doing pre-competition tasters so hopefully there will be a few good 'uns for you to sample.

Welcome aboard Jack. South Dublin Brewers is a excellent choice!

Don't think I'll make it. I'll arrange to collect my t-shirt some other time.

1. Bubbles - Porter, Bitter
2. Molc - Feb - ipa, cal common mk2, stout, citra ipa/amber
3. Lurchalicious - no beer - I prefer the 28th because I have the next day off  >:D.  But ill go with whatever.
4. bachus - cider,  mead
5. Craiclad - Oatmeal Stout, Irish Red Ale, Citra IPA
6. CC- Best Bitter

Quote from: jackstrongjastro on January 25, 2016, 09:40:42 AM
Hi everyone,

My name is Jack, I am kind of new to the whole homebrewing scene. Me and my dad have made a few batches at home using extract and hop pellets. We also manged to grow some pioneer hops our back garden and made a nice malty IPA. I am in college at the moment and doing a project where I am building a temperature controlled fermentation chamber. It would be great if I could come along and talk to you guys and get some tips on brewing and maybe ask you some questions about your fermentation processes.

thanks  ;D

Hi Jack,

Sounds good, hope to speak to about your project as it sounds cool. A lot of home brewers use Stc-1000 controllers with fridges & heat sources such as heat belts or old tungsten bulbs as a heat source. Currently doing a project with Rasberry pi + ds18b20 (one wire temp controller) to record & graph the fermentation temperature. Allows me to tinker with basic electronics & raspberry pi. Also allows me to try out some newer software technologies.

Shanna

1. Bubbles - Porter, Bitter
2. Molc - Feb - ipa, cal common mk2, stout, citra ipa/amber
3. Shanna - Jaggery Pale Ale (made with fenugreek and Jaggery cane sugar) my take on a Randy Mosher recipe.
4. Lurchalicious - no beer - I prefer the 28th because I have the next day off  >:D.  But ill go with whatever.
5. bachus - cider,  mead
6. Craiclad - Oatmeal Stout, Irish Red Ale, Citra IPA
7. CC- Best Bitter

Just a reminder that if anyone wants me to take competition entries off them on Thursday night to PM me in advance. Cheers.

Quote from: Bubbles on January 25, 2016, 08:11:07 PM
Just a reminder that if anyone wants me to take competition entries off them on Thursday night to PM me in advance. Cheers.

I have x4 bottles, so I will PM you in advance to arrange.

1. Bubbles - Porter, Bitter
2. Molc - Feb - ipa, cal common mk2, stout, citra ipa/amber
3. Shanna - Jaggery Pale Ale (made with fenugreek and Jaggery cane sugar) my take on a Randy Mosher recipe.
4. Lurchalicious - no beer - I prefer the 28th because I have the next day off  >:D.  But ill go with whatever.
5. bachus - cider,  mead
6. Craiclad - Oatmeal Stout, Irish Red Ale, Citra IPA
7. CC- Best Bitter
8. David - Porter

Have to scrap the porter had a taste not ready (had pulled 2 bottles from the batch before adding oak chips a 2 weeks ago to compare when the rest was oaked.) so one bottle left I'll bring both to the next meet.

1. Bubbles - Porter, Bitter
2. Molc - Feb - ipa, cal common mk2, stout, citra ipa/amber
3. Shanna - Jaggery Pale Ale (made with fenugreek and Jaggery cane sugar) my take on a Randy Mosher recipe.
4. Lurchalicious - no beer - I prefer the 28th because I have the next day off  >:D.  But ill go with whatever.
5. bachus - cider,  mead
6. Craiclad - Oatmeal Stout, Irish Red Ale, Citra IPA
7. CC- Best Bitter
8. David - no Beer

Any of you fine folks have some DME you'd be willing to swap for a pint tomorrow? I've run out and need to get a starter going for the weekend brew.

Quote from: craiclad on January 27, 2016, 10:45:32 AM
Any of you fine folks have some DME you'd be willing to swap for a pint tomorrow? I've run out and need to get a starter going for the weekend brew.

How much are you looking for?  I have 875g of light dme

1. Bubbles - Porter, Bitter
2. Molc - Feb - ipa, cal common mk2, stout, citra ipa/amber
3. Lurchalicious - no beer - I prefer the 28th because I have the next day off  >:D.  But ill go with whatever.
4. bachus - cider,  mead
5. Craiclad - Oatmeal Stout, Irish Red Ale, Citra IPA
6. CC- Best Bitter
7. David - no Beer

Sorry guys have to bail for tomorrow night. Have family visiting at short notice. Have to collect same from Heuston station @21:00 :( Craiclad will do a flying visit drop off your grain & save my beer till next month.

Shanna

Quote from: Lurchalicious on January 27, 2016, 06:00:49 PM

Quote from: craiclad on January 27, 2016, 10:45:32 AM
Any of you fine folks have some DME you'd be willing to swap for a pint tomorrow? I've run out and need to get a starter going for the weekend brew.

How much are you looking for?  I have 875g of light dme

Enough for a 2 or 3 litre starter. So maybe like 300g?

Quote from: craiclad on January 27, 2016, 07:03:43 PM

Quote from: Lurchalicious on January 27, 2016, 06:00:49 PM

Quote from: craiclad on January 27, 2016, 10:45:32 AM
Any of you fine folks have some DME you'd be willing to swap for a pint tomorrow? I've run out and need to get a starter going for the weekend brew.

How much are you looking for?  I have 875g of light dme

Enough for a 2 or 3 litre starter. So maybe like 300g?

Sure thing!

Awesome, thanks dude!

1. Bubbles - Porter, Bitter
2. Molc - Feb - ipa, cal common mk2, stout, citra ipa/amber
3. Lurchalicious - no beer - I prefer the 28th because I have the next day off  >:D.  But ill go with whatever.
4. bachus - cider,  mead
5. Craiclad - Oatmeal Stout, Irish Red Ale, Citra IPA
6. CC- Best Bitter
7. David - no Beer
8: RonnieB - bland uncarbed bitter... 

Bubbles, would be able to bring my tshirt along too? thanks.

Quote from: ronnieb on January 28, 2016, 09:14:58 AM
Bubbles, would be able to bring my tshirt along too? thanks.

No probs.

I forgot about them can you wrestle my two out of the cats bed and I'll collect them at some stage.

I'll have yours for you on the 13th?

Brilliant turnout tonight lads, great mixture of old and new faces.

Best beer of the evening (and winner of the bag of hops) was craiclad who brought a damn tasty stout.

For me, honourable mentions go to bachus for the "blossom" mead and molc for the first California common. Both fantastic.

Hey, great meeting! Thanks, guys. Bubbles, thanks again for organizing fantastic t-shirts!

Quote from: bachus on January 29, 2016, 09:44:52 AM
Hey, great meeting! Thanks, guys. Bubbles, thanks again for organizing fantastic t-shirts!

No bother!

Molc, what's the story with your beer choice, then? First or second?

Quote from: Bubbles on January 29, 2016, 09:57:42 AM

Quote from: bachus on January 29, 2016, 09:44:52 AM
Hey, great meeting! Thanks, guys. Bubbles, thanks again for organizing fantastic t-shirts!

No bother!

Molc, what's the story with your beer choice, then? First or second?

I think the first, while less fresh, has a better yeast derived flavour, so will go with that I think. The second just tastes like it has an off flavour to me...

However, I've got a bottle of steam at home tonight, so going to do a last taste off of all 3 and see which is closer to the commercial example.

I'll put a pic of them side by side up here tonight maybe? :)

Overall, it was a great night though. Really enjoyed having the two citra IPA's with different yeasts - made for a great conversation piece. We have got to start doing more experiments at meets - so much fun to compare the "same" beers...

great night for the taste buds and grey matter last night lads... v interesting to contrast the citra IPA'S/ cal common's  and discuss the possibility of beer terroir (ooooh there i said it... wine terminology in a beer discussion-controversial!!)

outmeal stout a real winner for me
bubbles' saison deserves a very honourable mention as does molc's citra


but the drink id love to take to dinner and form a lasting relationship with would be Bachus' mead.... masterfull brewing...again

Quote from: molc on January 29, 2016, 01:06:03 PMI think the first, while less fresh, has a better yeast derived flavour, so will go with that I think. The second just tastes like it has an off flavour to me...

I agree. The first beer was extremely good - such a clean flavour. Ticks all the style boxes for me, and the ultimate test - would I want to drink a pint of it? Yes, indeed.

Quote from: molc on January 29, 2016, 01:06:03 PMI'll put a pic of them side by side up here tonight maybe? :)

Yes please. (Isn't this hobby great craic altogether?? :) )

Quote from: molc on January 29, 2016, 01:06:03 PMWe have got to start doing more experiments at meets - so much fun to compare the "same" beers...

Defo. And we should take this opportunity over the next few months when people aren't sidetracked by brewing for competitions.

I'm planning on doing my first ever SMaSH beer. Anyone else up for that? Say for the April meet?

Quote from: CC on January 29, 2016, 02:21:08 PM
but the drink id love to take to dinner and form a lasting relationship with would be Bachus' mead.... masterfull brewing...again

+1

Great night guys, I'm glad everyone liked the stout and thanks for the hops! I'm definitely on board experiment wise, great to get insight into the effects one or two ingredients can have on the overall beer.

What sort of SMaSH are you thinking of making Bubbles?

Quote from: Bubbles on January 29, 2016, 02:32:23 PM
I'm planning on doing my first ever SMaSH beer. Anyone else up for that? Say for the April meet?

Yes! I'll be in my ipa quest by then, so will do a simcoe or mosaic smash prehaps. I wonder what 300g of Simcoe would taste like... >:)

I've heard a lot of people say that Simcoe is a love it/hate it type of hop. I'd be interested to taste it though! :)

Hens teeth for the commercial guys but we are blessed with qtys in Homebrew shops

From left to right; commercial example, newer version, older version.

Result: the old one is almost a like for like match with the commercial example, but with a muted hop present and aroma. Age is getting the better of it but the fermentation profile is spot on.
The newer one is fresher and has an interesting flavour, but there's a sweet, slightly unpleasant aroma. I think the starter may have picked up either an infection or just mutated, but it's not the same crisp clean flavour.

Interestingly, I think the malting is slightly better in the newer one, but I guess I'll just have to brew it again with fresh hops and new yeast to test that. Oh the challenges of homebrewing :)

Wish the older one was fresher, as it's quite muted, but it's the entry no doubt. Also I think the second batch is a dumper. I just can't get past that off flavour...

Now, to finish enjoying my homework :)

Quote from: molc on January 29, 2016, 09:23:24 PM
I think the starter may have picked up either an infection or just mutated, but it's not the same crisp clean flavour.

Is that the same starter you gave me last night?

Shanna

Yeah same one. Can't say certain it's off, just a possibility. The beers are more alike than different; I'm just being very picky :) On the night, a bunch actually preferred the second beer.

Quote from: molc on January 30, 2016, 09:08:21 AM
Yeah same one. Can't say certain it's off, just a possibility. The beers are more alike than different; I'm just being very picky :) On the night, a bunch actually preferred the second beer.

Fair enough thanks for the starter don't want to appear ungrateful :) Might follow advice Rossa gave me to taste the starter before using it.

Shanna

Quote from: Shanna on January 30, 2016, 09:34:11 AM

Quote from: molc on January 30, 2016, 09:08:21 AM
Yeah same one. Can't say certain it's off, just a possibility. The beers are more alike than different; I'm just being very picky :) On the night, a bunch actually preferred the second beer.

Fair enough thanks for the starter don't want to appear ungrateful :) Might follow advice Rossa gave me to taste the starter before using it.

Shanna

Yeah and have some US-05 spare, as well as maybe an amber recipe. Ingredients are quite similar, just different hopping.

Quote from: molc on January 29, 2016, 09:23:24 PM
From left to right; commercial example, newer version, older version.

Result: the old one is almost a like for like match with the commercial example, but with a muted hop present and aroma. Age is getting the better of it but the fermentation profile is spot on.
The newer one is fresher and has an interesting flavour, but there's a sweet, slightly unpleasant aroma. I think the starter may have picked up either an infection or just mutated, but it's not the same crisp clean flavour.

Interestingly, I think the malting is slightly better in the newer one, but I guess I'll just have to brew it again with fresh hops and new yeast to test that. Oh the challenges of homebrewing :)

Wish the older one was fresher, as it's quite muted, but it's the entry no doubt. Also I think the second batch is a dumper. I just can't get past that off flavour...

Now, to finish enjoying my homework :)

Nice follow up dude. It's great when you can taste your own beer alongside a similar commercial example and it compares favourably. A sign that you're doing everything right. (Unless the commercial beer is shite, of course.. Let's not name names.. )

I think "freshness" is a very overrated thing when it comes to beer, but then I mostly bottle condition. There's few beers that don't benefit from a couple of months in the bottle imo. I'm currently enjoying a few different brews that I brewed before and during the summer, and they taste excellent.

Quote from: craiclad on January 29, 2016, 02:52:10 PM
What sort of SMaSH are you thinking of making Bubbles?

I'll be going old-school.. Cos I'm old...

2015 Cascade from the HBC, and lots of em.

Not sure about grain yet, something interesting like vienna or pilsner maybe.

Quote from: Bubbles on January 30, 2016, 10:46:42 AM

Quote from: craiclad on January 29, 2016, 02:52:10 PM
What sort of SMaSH are you thinking of making Bubbles?

I'll be going old-school.. Cos I'm old...

2015 Cascade from the HBC, and lots of em.

Not sure about grain yet, something interesting like vienna or pilsner maybe.

Might try the Munich larger that I did before except use cleaner bottles this time :) Those few bottles that did not gush were really tasty & malty.

Shanna

Quote from: Shanna on January 30, 2016, 01:50:12 PM

Quote from: Bubbles on January 30, 2016, 10:46:42 AM

Quote from: craiclad on January 29, 2016, 02:52:10 PM
What sort of SMaSH are you thinking of making Bubbles?

I'll be going old-school.. Cos I'm old...

2015 Cascade from the HBC, and lots of em.

Not sure about grain yet, something interesting like vienna or pilsner maybe.

Might try the Munich larger that I did before except use cleaner bottles this time :) Those few bottles that did not gush were really tasty & malty.

Shanna

I'm tied between trying a equinox pale ale smash with pale belgian malt, a belgian pale ale, or something with the new Slovenian malts from GerErBrewed... Open to suggestions really :)

Just a quick one on the smash. I have some of the new geterbrewed hops secured for review that I'll be ordering this week. North county are also planning a fun wee competition where you have to use the hops from this range for the beer to be entered.
I'll pop up the list of what I'm getting here later and can bring them to the next meet to distribute. Only condition is you have to write up a review of the hops.

EDIT: Here are the hops:
Styrian Eureka 2015
Styrian Dana 2015 11.5%
Styrian Bobek 2015 5.2%
Savinjski Goldings 2015 2.5%
Styrian Goldings 2015 3.8%

I'll probably use one of the goldings to make a vienna lager, as I have a lager on right now and can reuse the yeast.

These are packed as 2 x 50 gms bags so some swoppsies could be arranged.

Here they are, minus a pack of Golding's I'll use for a Vienna smash. Say what ye want and I'll offer the leftovers to ncb.
Also here's the competition rules if anyone wants to kill two birds with one stone: http://www.nationalhomebrewclub.ie/forum/index.php?topic=15087.msg142496.msg#142496

Thanks for the offer molc, but I'm currently working through a backlog of hops from my brewing fridge.

I'm going for a base of Maris Otter, with either a buttload of Ahtanum or a buttload of Amarillo. Depends on how fresh they smell when I open them.

Probably will brew this in 2 weeks time.

Considerably later than expected, but my Maris Otter/Amarillo SMaSH is done. Using only one malt feels very strange to me, but I'm willing to give it a try. :)

It's really fast to prepare though... :) think I was done in 5 hours on mine, from start to cleanup.

Quote from: Bubbles on February 28, 2016, 03:34:25 PM
Considerably later than expected, but my Maris Otter/Amarillo SMaSH is done. Using only one malt feels very strange to me, but I'm willing to give it a try. :)

Any chance we're going to taste this next meet? Seems like there's a few of us with SMaSH beers that should be ready soon enough!

Quote from: craiclad on March 04, 2016, 03:02:03 PM

Quote from: Bubbles on February 28, 2016, 03:34:25 PM
Considerably later than expected, but my Maris Otter/Amarillo SMaSH is done. Using only one malt feels very strange to me, but I'm willing to give it a try. :)

Any chance we're going to taste this next meet? Seems like there's a few of us with SMaSH beers that should be ready soon enough!

No, mine won't be ready anyway. We did say April to do the side-by-side tasting, but bring yours along to the next meet if you want.

I have a single hop beer that I can bring along, but there's more than one malt in it. It's actually a cream ale grain bill with a buttload of Cascade. I bottled it last night, a little bit harsh from the dry hop, but that should fade over the next few weeks.

Yeah mine is aiming for April as well. Let's stick with that :)

Mine will need another few weeks before bottling. Hopefully at its best for April :-?