Rye Hard West Coast Rye Ale Beer Kit

Description

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Your Label Peelers Rye Hard West Coast Rye 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 the wild and untamed West Coast? Look no further than the Rye Hard West Coast Rye Ale beer kit! This kit is designed to bring out your inner beer aficionado and create a brew that will leave you and your friends craving for more.

Crafted with precision and passion, the Rye Hard West Coast Rye Ale is a beer that dares to be different. It starts with a generous helping of rye in the specialty grains, infusing the brew with a spicy and peppery character that sets it apart from the crowd. Imagine the warmth of a crackling campfire on a cool evening, with each sip delivering a delightful kick of flavor.

To balance out the rye's boldness, we've added Crystal 80L malt to bring a touch of sweetness and a beautiful reddish hue to the ale. This malt adds depth and complexity, like a sunset painting the sky with vibrant colors. It's the perfect balance between the fiery rye and the soothing sweetness, creating a harmonious symphony of flavors.

But don't be fooled by its smoothness; this ale packs a punch! Thanks to the abundance of late hop additions, you'll experience an explosion of hop flavor with every sip. The combination of Nugget, Chinook, Amarillo, and Columbus hops creates a tantalizing dance on your palate. Picture yourself surfing the waves of flavor, with each hop variety adding its own unique twist to the experience.

Brewing the Rye Hard West Coast Rye Ale is not just about creating a fantastic beer; it's about creating memories with your friends. Imagine the joy of gathering your loved ones for a get-together, cracking open a bottle of your homemade brew, and watching their faces light up as they savor the flavors you've crafted. It's a moment of pride and camaraderie, a testament to your brewing skills.

This beer kit includes everything you need to get started on your brewing journey. From the 6 lbs. of Light Dry Malt Extract that forms the backbone of the beer to the carefully selected specialty grains like Rye Malt, Victory Malt, Crystal (80L), Roasted Barley Malt, and Black Malt, each ingredient plays a crucial role in shaping the flavor profile of this exceptional ale.

So, what are you waiting for? Grab your brewing equipment, roll up your sleeves, and let the Rye Hard West Coast Rye Ale beer kit be your guide to brewing greatness. Unleash your creativity, embrace the boldness of rye, and embark on a brewing adventure that will leave you thirsting for more. Cheers to your brewing success!

ABV: 6.4%
IBU: 56
SG: 1.068
FG: 1.019
SRM: 13

Ingredients

- 6 lbs. Light Dry Malt Extract
- 1.5 lbs. Rye Malt
- 1 lb. Victory Malt
- 12 oz. Crystal (80L)
- 4 oz. Roasted Barley Malt
- 2 oz. Black Malt
- 1 oz. Nugget Hops
- 1 oz. Chinook Hops
- 1 oz. Amarillo Hops
- 1 oz. Columbus Hops
- Yeast Energizer / Irish Moss Combo Packet
- 1 Packet of Dry Yeast (Lallemand BRY-97)

Hop Schedule

- 60 minutes: 1 oz Nugget (Bittering)
- 5 minutes: 1 oz Chinook and 1 oz Amarillo (Aroma)
- 0 minutes: 1 oz Columbus (Flameout Addition)

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 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!

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 Rye Hard West Coast Rye 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 Rye Hard West Coast Rye 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 Rye Hard West Coast Rye 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 Rye Hard West Coast Rye 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 Rye Hard West Coast Rye 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 Rye Hard West Coast Rye 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.

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