Sweater Puppies Milkshake Stout Beer Kit
Brand : Label Peelers
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- LP-sweater-puppies
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- 810194952463
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Your Label Peelers Sweater Puppies Milkshake Stout 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.
Sweater Puppies Milkshake Stout Beer Kit is your ticket to a creamy, indulgent brew that dances on your taste buds with every sip. Imagine the cozy embrace of a heavy, latte-themed milkshake stout that doesn't require a spoon to enjoy. This kit is packed with rich, toasty notes from roasted malts, perfectly balanced by the sweetness of milk sugars, creating a taste you'll love. With Sweater Puppies, you're not just brewing beer; you're crafting an experience.
Dive into the depths of flavor with 6 lbs. of Dark Dry Malt Extract, which lays the foundation for this stout's robust character. The 1 lb. of lactose adds a creamy sweetness, while 1 lb. of flaked oats contributes to a velvety mouthfeel that makes each sip as smooth as a well-worn sweater. The Carapils Malt and 2-Row Brewers Malt work in harmony to provide a balanced body, while the Chocolate Malt and Roasted Barley infuse the brew with rich, chocolatey undertones and a hint of coffee-like bitterness.
The 4 oz. of Black Malt adds depth and complexity, creating a dark, alluring color that invites you to indulge. A blend of 1 oz. of Willamette Hops and 1 oz. of Saaz Hops introduces a subtle, earthy aroma that complements the stout's sweetness without overpowering it. The Yeast Energizer and Irish Moss Combo Packet ensure a clean fermentation process, while the New England Ale Dry Yeast brings it all together with a smooth, slightly fruity finish.
For a twist on tradition, serve your Sweater Puppies Milkshake Stout chilled over vanilla ice cream, transforming it into a decadent dessert experience. Shake things up and try this kit out today, and let your brewing adventure begin with a stout that's as comforting as your favorite sweater and as playful as a litter of puppies.
ABV: 7.0% -7.4%
IBU: 21
SG: 1.078 - 1.084
FG: 1.026 - 1.034
SRM: 49
INGREDIENTS
Extracts:
- 6 lbs. Dark Dry Malt Extract
Specialty Grains: ***Combined into one bag***
- 1 lb. Flaked Oats
- 1 lb. Carapils Malt
- 1 lb. 2-Row Brewers Malt
- 1 lb. Chocolate Malt
- 8 oz. Roasted Barley
- 4 oz. Black Malt
Hops: ***Substitutions based on availability***
- 1 oz. Willamette Hops
- 1 oz. Saaz Hops
Yeast:
- 1 Packet of Dry Yeast (New England Ale)
Milk Sugars: Added in the last 5 minutes of the boil.
- 1 lb. Lactose
Also Included:
- 5 oz. Priming Sugar
- Yeast Energizer / Irish Moss Combo Packet
- Muslin Grain Bag
HOPS SCHEDULE
- 60 minutes: Willamette Hops (Bittering)
- 15 minutes: Saaz Hops (Aroma)
INSTRUCTIONS
2. Place grains in a grain bag and steep in the hot water for 30 minutes.
3. Remove the grain bag, sparge (rinse) with water into the kettle, and discard spent grains.
4. Stir in the dry malt extract and stir until fully dissolved.
5. Bring your wort to a rolling boil.
6. Add the hops according to the hop schedule.
7. Boil for 60 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8. At the 15 minute hop addition also add the Yeast Energizer / Irish Moss Combo Packet.
9. With 5 minutes remaining in the boil, add the 1 lb lactose in the brew.
10. Cool the wort to 70°F. An immersion chiller or ice bath works well for this.
11. Transfer the wort to a sanitized fermenter and top off with cold water to 5 gallons.
12. Pitch the yeast and seal the fermenter.
13. Ferment at 68-70°F for 10-14 days or until fermentation is complete.
14. Transfer to a bottling bucket and stir in 5 oz. priming sugar. Mix until evenly distributed and bottle your beer.
15. Once bottled, allow 2 weeks for carbonation in a cool, dark room. Enjoy!
