You'll Never Catch Me Copper Ale Beer Kit
Brand : Label Peelers
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- LP-Youll-never-catch-me
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Your Label Peelers You'll Never Catch Me Copper Ale 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.
Get ready to embark on a thrilling brewing adventure with our You'll Never Catch Me Copper Ale beer kit. This isn't just a beer kit; it's your ticket to a world of rich, coppery goodness that will have your taste buds outrunning the flavor police in no time.
Our Copper Ale is a crafty escape artist, boasting a beautiful reddish hue that's as elusive as a sunset. This color is a result of the 6 lbs. of Light Dry Malt Extract and 2 lbs. of Bonlander Munich Malt, which together create a malt bill that's as hard to pin down as a fugitive on the run.
But don't let the color fool you. This beer is not just about looks. It's about flavor. The 4 oz. of Aromatic Munich Malt and 4 oz. of Victory Malt add a depth of flavor that's as layered as a well-planned getaway. And the 2 oz. of Chocolate Malt and 1 oz. of Black Malt? They're the accomplices, adding a hint of darkness to the mix that's as tantalizing as a secret hideout.
The chase doesn't end there. Traditional hops are hot on the trail, providing a floral and earthy backdrop that's as refreshing as a clean getaway. With 1 oz. of Northern Brewer Hops and 1 oz. of Fuggle Hops, your palate will be on a wild chase, tracking down every last hint of flavor.
This Copper Ale is a light, easy drinker. It's the perfect way to slow down after a long day of running, metaphorically speaking, of course. So why not stop your running and settle down with one of these bad boys? With the "You'll Never Catch Me Copper Ale" beer kit, you're not just brewing beer; you're crafting an escape plan that's as delicious as it is daring.
So, are you ready to take the plunge into the thrilling world of home brewing? Your Copper Ale adventure awaits.
ABV: 5.7%
IBU: 32
SG: 1.059
FG: 1.015
SRM: 13
- 6 lbs. Light Dry Malt Extract
- 2 lbs. Bonlander Munich Malt
- 4 oz. Aromatic Munich Malt
- 4 oz. Victory Malt
- 2 oz. Chocolate Malt
- 1 oz. Black Malt
- 1 oz. Northern Brewer Hops
- 1 oz. Fuggle Hops
- Yeast Energizer / Irish Moss Combo Packet
- 1 Packet of Dry Yeast (Lallemand Nottingham Ale)
HOPS SCHEDULE
- 60 minutes: 1 oz Northern Brewer Hops (Bittering)
- 15 minutes: .5 oz Fuggle (Flavoring)
- 5 minutes: .5 oz Fuggle (Aroma)
INSTRUCTIONS
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, sparge (rinse) with water into the kettle, and discard.
4. Stir in the dry malt extract, lactose, and maltodextrin 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. Cool the wort to 70°F.
10. Transfer the wort to a 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 or until fermentation is complete.
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!
If you are making a beer kit for the first time, an equipment kit is a great and low-stress way to get all the equipment you need to make your You'll Never Catch Me Copper Ale.
This Brewer's Best Equipment Kit is top of the line and comes complete for a beginner brewer.
- Equipment kit includes:
- 6.5 Gallon "Ale Pail" Primary Fermenter with Grommeted Lid
- 6.5 Gallon "Ale Pail" Bottling Bucket with Spigot
- Easy Clean No-Rinse Cleanser
- Auto-Siphon
- 5 Gallon Glass Carboy
- Plastic Paddle
- Carboy Brush
- Hydrometer
- Liquid Crystal Thermometer
- Bottle Brush
- Black Beauty Capper
- Econolock
- Drilled Bung
- Lab Thermometer
- Bottle Filler
- Siphon Hose with Shut-off Clamp
- IO-Star
- 20 qt. Brew Pot
- Equipment Instructions
SanitizerGood sanitation practices are absolutely fundamental to good beer making. Five Star San is the premier sanitizer you will need to make your You'll Never Catch Me Copper Ale beer kit. A great practice for extra protection is to have a spray bottle filled with sanitizing solution so you can re-sanitize everything that touches or goes near your beer. Sanitation is much more difficult with beer than wine because beer has a higher pH. Wine's high acidity makes bacterial infection less likely but with beer, one small mishap can cost you your batch.
BottlesWhen your You'll Never Catch Me Copper Ale is done, you will need bottles. This standard 12 ounce bottle is a good choice. You will need 54 for a 5 gallon batch. Bottles do not come with caps.
The 5 gallon carboy pictured here is the standard size for any beer kit. If you have never worked with a carboy, it is important to know they should not be moved full without a carboy handle or a carrier.
Brew PotsThe pot pictured is an 8 gallon pot that is perfect for any beer kit or a standard 5 gallon batch.
Wort Chillers and Thermometers
Wort Chillers and Thermometers are long term investments. It is important to chill your You'll Never Catch Me Copper Ale wort quickly. The quicker you chill it the stronger the cold break will be. You also need a good thermometer that reads fast temperature fluctuations.
SiphonsAuto-siphons are a great luxury item to have in your brew equipment. Once you have one you will never go without it again. Don't forget to use a heavy duty sanitizer to clean it since you don't want to replace it as often as hoses. A good sanitizer for that job is Five Star San.
The fermenter pictured here is standard for a 5 gallon beer kit.
HosesMany people reuse their hoses for far too long. Replacing your hoses often or even using as single use items is highly recommended with beer making. Hoses are very hard to clean and beer is very susceptible to bacterial infection. You do not want to risk losing your You'll Never Catch Me Copper Ale over a few feet of unsanitary hose.
FunnelsPouring your wort into a carboy can be tricky. Use a big funnel made just for the job. They even have different mesh screens to remove particles.
AirlocksIt is recommended to replace airlocks often. Because they never physically touch the beer, the sanitation risk is too often overlooked. Bacteria can spread without physical contact in a closed environment and plastic stubbornly harbors bacteria.
Bungs and stoppers should also be periodically replaced. They can dry out and harbor bacteria.
Keeping your carboy clean before and after use is key to avoid bacterial infection in your beer. A carboy brush is a great tool to get into those nooks and crannies.
Stainless Steel Carboy and Bottle Washer
Stainless Steel Carboy and Bottle Washer is a convenient way of cleaning your bottles and/or carboys. This high quality tool will come in handy. Hooks up straight to your faucet with the bottle washer adapter (#4804) and puts out plenty of pressure to clean those stubborn stains from beer bottles that have been sitting around.
CapperWhen you bottle your You'll Never Catch Me Copper Ale, you will need to cap your bottles. This capper is inexpensive, easy to use and does not require attaching to a counter. It has a magnet to hold the cap in place.
DID YOU KNOW
Hops with higher alpha acid concentrations (ranging between 8-19% AABW) are known as bittering hops and are primarily responsible for the bitter flavor of beer. European (or "noble") hops typically have average AABW of 5-9%.
