Log Burner Smoked Porter Beer Kit

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Your Label Peelers Log Burner Smoked Porter 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.

Introducing the Log Burner Smoked Porter, a beer kit that will transport you to a cozy cabin in the woods with every sip. Imagine the crackling of a roaring fire, the aroma of wood smoke wafting through the air, and the warmth of a hearty, full-bodied brew in your hands. This is the essence of Log Burner Smoked Porter, a beer that's as comforting as a hand-knit blanket and as satisfying as a well-told tale.

Your Log Burner Smoked Porter is crafted with a rich blend of ingredients that come together like a symphony of flavors. The 6 lbs. of Dark Dry Malt Extract lay the foundation for this robust brew, while the 12 oz. of Smoked Malt adds a smoky, fireside charm. The 12 oz. of Flaked Oats and 8 oz. of White Wheat bring a velvety smoothness to the mix, while the 8 oz. of Black Malt and 8 oz. of Caramel Malt (40L) create a harmonious balance of deep, roasted notes and subtle sweetness. The 1 oz. of Magnum Hops and 2 oz. of Fuggle Hops lend a touch of earthy bitterness, and the Yeast Energizer/Irish Moss Combo Packet ensures a clean, clear brew. Finally, the Lallemand Nottingham Ale Dry Yeast ties everything together, resulting in a beer that's as complex as it is delightful.

So, gather your friends, stoke the fire, and embark on a brewing adventure with the Log Burner Smoked Porter beer kit. With its enchanting blend of flavors and aromas, this beer is sure to become a cherished companion on those long, chilly nights. Cheers to the warmth of good company and the magic of a perfectly crafted brew!

ABV: 6.8%
IBU: 44
SG: 1.068
FG: 1.016
SRM: 34

INGREDIENTS

- 6 lbs. Dark Dry Malt Extract
- 12 oz. Smoked Malt
- 12 oz. Flaked Oats
- 8 oz. White Wheat
- 8 oz. Black Malt
- 8 oz. Caramel Malt (40L)
- 1 oz. Magnum Hops
- 2 oz. Fuggle Hops
- Yeast Energizer / Irish Moss Combo Packet
- 1 Packet of Dry Yeast (Lallemand Nottingham Ale)

HOPS SCHEDULE

- 60 minutes: 1 oz Magnum (Bittering)
- 30 minutes: 2 oz Fuggle (Flavoring)

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 as well as 4 oz. Banana Extract. Mix until evenly distributed and bottle your beer.
14. Once bottled, allow 2 weeks for carbonation in a cool, dark room. Enjoy!

OTHER PRODUCTS YOU MIGHT NEED

Beer Making Equipment Kits

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 Log Burner Smoked Porter.

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

Sanitizer and Spray Bottle

Good sanitation practices are absolutely fundamental to good beer making. Five Star San is the premier sanitizer you will need to make your Log Burner Smoked Porter 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.

Bottles

When your Log Burner Smoked Porter 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.

Carboys

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 Pots

The 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 Log Burner Smoked Porter 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.

Siphons

Auto-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.

Fermenters

The fermenter pictured here is standard for a 5 gallon beer kit.

Hoses

Many 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 Log Burner Smoked Porter over a few feet of unsanitary hose.

Funnels

Pouring 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.

Airlocks

It 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.

Stoppers and Bungs

Bungs and stoppers should also be periodically replaced. They can dry out and harbor bacteria.

Carboy Brush

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.

Capper

When you bottle your Log Burner Smoked Porter, 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

Due to the immense success of porters, brewers created a range of strengths, with the beers having a greater gravity known as "Stout Porters". This has caused disagreement amongst some as to whether stout should be seen as a separate style from porter, typically the only factor in this debate being the strength of the beer.

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