Apiary Afternoon Ale Beer Kit

Description

Your Label Peelers Apiary Afternoon 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.

Are you ready to embark on a brewing adventure that will transport your taste buds to a delightful Apiary Afternoon? Introducing our Apiary Afternoon Ale beer kit, a perfect blend of honey and lemon that will have you buzzing with excitement!

Crafted with care and precision, this beer kit combines the finest ingredients to create a flavor profile that is both refreshing and invigorating. Picture yourself taking a leisurely stroll through a blooming garden, surrounded by the sweet scent of wildflowers. That's the essence of our Apiary Afternoon Ale.

We start with 5 lbs. of Pilsen Dry Malt Extract, providing a solid foundation for your brewing masterpiece. To enhance the honey notes, we add 2 lbs. of luscious Wildflower Honey, sourced from the nectar of nature's finest blossoms. This infusion of honey brings a touch of sweetness that dances harmoniously with the other flavors.

To add depth and complexity, we incorporate 1 lb. of 2-Row Brewer's Malt and 8 oz. of Honey Malt. These malts contribute a rich, malty character that complements the honey and lemon perfectly. The result is a beer that is smooth and balanced, with just the right amount of sweetness.

But we don't stop there! We want to give your taste buds a little surprise. That's why we include 3 oz. of Citra Hops, known for their vibrant citrus flavors and aromas. These hops add a delightful bite of bitterness, creating a well-rounded taste experience that keeps you coming back for more.

To further enhance the citrus profile, we infuse the brew with 1 oz. of zesty Ginger Root and 1 oz. of tangy Lemon Peel. These additions bring a refreshing twist to the beer, elevating the flavors and giving it a unique character that sets it apart from the rest.

So, whether you're enjoying a lazy afternoon in the garden or spending time with our endangered friends, the honeybees, Apiary Afternoon Ale is the perfect companion. With its wildflower honey aromas and a touch of bitterness, this beer kit will bring a taste of the outdoors right to your glass.

Get ready to savor the flavors of nature with Apiary Afternoon Ale. Brew it, sip it, and let your taste buds take flight on a journey of pure bliss. Cheers to your brewing adventure!

ABV: 7.4% - 7.7%
IBU: 67
SG: 1.067
FG: 1.009
SRM: 4

Ingredients

- 5 lbs. Pilsen Dry Malt Extract
- 2 lbs. Wildflower Honey
- 1 lb. 2-Row Brewer's Malt
- 8 oz. Honey Malt
- 3 oz. Citra Hops
- 1 oz. Ginger Root
- 1 oz. Lemon Peel
- Yeast Energizer / Irish Moss Combo Packet
- 1 Packet of Dry Yeast (SafAle US-05)

Hop Schedule

- 60 minutes: 1 oz. Citra Hops (Bittering)
- 15 minutes: 1 oz. Citra Hops (Aroma)
- 5 minutes: 1 oz. Citra Hops (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 and discard.
4. Bring the wort to a boil.
5. Once boiling, add the malt extract and stir until fully dissolved.
6. Add the hops according to the hop schedule.
7. Boil for 60 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8. At 15 minutes left in the boil add the 2 lbs of Honey and Yeast Energizer / Irish Moss Combo Packet.
9. With 10 minutes remaining, Add the 1 oz of ginger root and 1 oz. lemon peel to the boil
10. Cool the wort to 70°F.
11. Transfer the wort to a 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.
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!