Maize Runner Ale Beer Kit

Description

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Your Label Peelers Maize Runner 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.

Introducing the Maize Runner Ale Beer Kit – your ticket to crafting an exquisite, golden elixir that pours like liquid sunshine into your glass! This delightful homebrew concoction is as lively and invigorating as a sprint through a sunlit cornfield, with every sip promising to transport you to that magical place where the earth meets the sky. The Maize Runner Ale is the pièce de résistance of home brewing, promising an unforgettable journey of flavors that will have you and your taste buds frolicking with joy.

This all-star lineup of ingredients has been meticulously selected to create a symphony of flavors that will dance across your palate like a seasoned maestro conducting an orchestra. The backbone of this masterpiece is formed by 6 lbs. of light dry malt extract, accompanied by a harmonious blend of 1 lb. each of Munich and Vienna malts. The 8 oz. of Caramel/Crystal (20L) malt adds that flirtatious hint of sweetness, while the 1 lb. of Flaked Maize ensures a crisp, refreshing finish. To elevate this brew to greatness, we've handpicked a trio of hops, including 1 oz. each of Centennial, Cascade, and Amarillo hops, which, when combined, create a crescendo of citrusy and floral notes that will leave you humming with satisfaction. So, strap on your brewing boots, and let the Maize Runner Ale Kit guide you through the amber waves of grain to a land of pure brewing bliss!

ABV: 6.25%
IBU: 40
BU/GU: 0.71
SG: 1.064
FG: 1.016
Degrees Plato: 11.3
SRM: 8

Ingredients

- 6 lbs. light dry malt extract
- 1 lb. Munich malt
- 1 lb. Vienna malt
- 8 oz. Caramel/Crystal (20L) malt
- 1 lb. Flaked Maize
- 1 oz. Centennial hops
- 1 oz. Cascade hops
- 1 oz. Amarillo hops
- 1 Yeast Energizer / Irish Moss Combo Packet.
- 1 packet of dry yeast (Safale US-05)

Hop Schedule

- 1 oz. Centennial hops at 60 minutes
- 1 oz. Cascade hops at 15 minutes
- 1 oz. Amarillo hops at 5 minutes

Instructions

1. Heat 2-3 gallons of water to 155°F.

2. Place the grains (Munich malt, Vienna malt, Caramel/Crystal malt, and Maize) in a grain bag and steep for 30 minutes.

3. Remove the grain bag and discard the grains. Add malt extract and stir until fully dissolved.

4. Bring the wort to a boil.

5. Once boiling, add the Centennial hops and boil for 60 minutes.

6. With 15 minutes left in the boil, add the Cascade hops. Add your Yeast Energizer / Irish Moss Combo at this time as well.

7. With 5 minutes left in the boil, add the Amarillo hops.

8. Remove from heat source and cool the wort to 70°F.

9. Transfer the wort to a fermenter and add cold water to reach 5 gallons.

10. Pitch the yeast and ferment at 68°F for two weeks.

11. Bottle or keg the beer with priming sugar and allow 2 weeks to condition. 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 Maize Runner 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

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 Maize Runner 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.

Bottles

When your Maize Runner 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.

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 Maize Runner 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.

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 Maize Runner Ale 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 Maize Runner 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?

The fermentation of ale typically occurs at temperatures ranging from 15 to 24 °C (60 to 75 °F). If the temperature is higher than 24 °C (75 °F), then it can lead to increased production of esters, which are compounds that add fruity aromas and flavors to the beer. These aromas and flavors can include those found in fruits such as apples, pears, pineapples, bananas, plums, cherries, or prunes.