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Black Forest Stout Beer Kit - Extract

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$51.99
SKU:
LP-Black-Forest-Stout-E
UPC:
810194952487
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Your Label Peelers Black Forest Stout - Extract Original Beer Kit never sits on a shelf. Your grains are crushed to order. Your ingredients are packed fresh and you don't pay for a flashy box. It's all about providing you with the freshest ingredients for you to make your best beer.

Your Black Forest Stout Beer Kit - Extract makes a rich, full-bodied stout that boasts deep flavors of dark chocolate, roasted coffee, and subtle hints of dark fruit. This kit is perfect for those chilly evenings when you want to savor a brew that warms the soul. With 6 lbs of Dark Dry Malt Extract (DME) as its foundation, this stout offers a robust malt backbone that supports its complex flavor profile. The inclusion of 1 lb of Roasted Barley and 0.75 lb of Chocolate Malt enhances the beer's deep, roasted character, delivering those delightful notes of dark chocolate and coffee that you crave.

To add a touch of sweetness and depth, 0.5 lb of Caramel/Crystal Malt - 80L is incorporated, which complements the subtle dark fruit undertones. The 0.25 lb of Black Patent Malt contributes to the stout's rich color and adds a hint of bitterness that balances the overall sweetness. The hop profile is carefully crafted with 1 oz of Northern Brewer Hops for a 60-minute boil, providing a clean bitterness, while 1 oz of Fuggle Hops added at the 15-minute mark imparts a mild, earthy aroma that rounds out the flavor experience.

Fermentation is a breeze with the included SAFALE S-04 DRY ALE YEAST, which ensures a smooth and consistent brewing process. This yeast strain is known for its ability to highlight the malt characteristics, making it the perfect choice for your Black Forest Stout. Whether you're a seasoned homebrewer or just starting your brewing journey, this kit offers you the opportunity to create a stout that is both satisfying and memorable. Embrace the art of brewing with the Black Forest Stout Beer Kit and enjoy the fruits of your labor with every sip.

ABV: 5.7% - 6.1%
IBU: 37
Original Gravity (OG): 1.060 - 1.066
Final Gravity (FG): 1.014 - 1.018
SRM: 50

Disclaimer: All calculations are for approximation purposes only.

INGREDIENTS 

Extracts:
6 lbs Dark Dry Malt Extract (DME)

Specialty Grains: ***Combined in one bag***
1 lb Roasted Barley
12 oz. Chocolate Malt
8 oz. Caramel 80L
4 oz. Black Patent Malt

Hops: ***Substitutions based on availability***
1 oz Northern Brewer Hops (60 min)
1 oz Fuggle Hops (15 min)

Yeast: ***Substitutions based on availability***
1 packet Safale S-04 yeast

Also Included:

5 oz Priming Sugar
1 Muslin Bag
Irish Moss/Energizer Combo Packet

HOPS SCHEDULE    

 

1 oz Northern Brewer Hops (60 min)
1 oz Fuggle Hops (15 min)

INSTRUCTIONS

Prepare Equipment:
Sanitize all brewing equipment thoroughly.

1. Heat 2-3 gallons of water to 155°F. 
2. Place grains in a grain bag and steep in the hot water for 30 minutes.
3. Remove the grain bag, spare (rinse) with warm water into the wort, and discard.
4. Add the malt extract and stir until fully dissolved.
5. Bring the wort to a rolling boil. 
6. Add the hops according to the hop schedule
7. Boil for 60 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8. At 15 minutes add Yeast Energizer / Irish Moss Combo Packet.
9. Cool the wort to 70°F. An immersion chiller or ice bath works well for this.
10. Transfer the wort to a sanitized fermenter and top off with cold water to 5 gallons. 
11. Pitch the yeast and seal the fermenter. 
12. Ferment at 68-70°F for 10-14 days.
13. Transfer to a bottling bucket and stir in 5 oz. priming sugar. Mix until evenly distributed and bottle your beer.
14. Once bottled, allow 2 weeks for carbonation in a cool, dark room. Enjoy!