Bigger Henny Saison Beer Kit

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Your Label Peelers Bigger Henny Saison 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.

Step right up, beer enthusiasts! Get ready to embark on a brewing adventure with our Bigger Henny Saison Beer Kit. This isn't just a beer kit, it's your ticket to creating a masterpiece that will tantalize your taste buds and impress your friends.

Your journey begins with 6 lbs. of Pilsen Light Dry Malt Extract. This is the backbone of your brew, providing a light, crisp base that allows the other flavors to shine. Next, you'll add 2 lbs. of Light Malt Extract, enhancing the body of your beer and adding a touch of sweetness that balances the bitterness of the hops.

But we're just getting started. You'll also be adding 1 lb. of Light Candi Sugar. This Belgian specialty ingredient contributes to the beer's high alcohol content while also imparting a subtle, smooth sweetness.

Your beer's complexity is further deepened with 1 lb. of Pilsen Malt, 8 oz. of Carapils Malt, 4 oz. of Roasted Barley, and 4 oz. of Black Malt. These malts work together to create a rich, full-bodied beer with a beautiful amber color, a hint of toasty flavor, and a velvety mouthfeel.

Now, let's talk hops. Your kit includes 1 oz. of Kent Golding Hops and 1 oz. of Czech Saaz Hops. These hops are the spice of your beer, adding a gentle bitterness that balances the malt's sweetness and a floral, slightly spicy aroma that will make your kitchen smell like a professional brewery.

But what's a saison without a little something extra? That's where the 1 oz. of Ginger Root and 1 oz. of Bitter Orange Peel come in. These ingredients add a unique twist to your brew, infusing it with a zesty, citrusy flavor and a hint of warm, spicy ginger.

So, are you ready to create your own Bigger Henny Saison? With this kit, you're not just brewing beer, you're crafting an experience. So roll up your sleeves, pop open the kit, and let your brewing adventure begin!

ABV: 9.9%
IBU: 28
SG: 1.083
FG: 1.008
SRM: 7

INGREDIENTS

- 6 lbs. Pilsen Light Dry Malt Extract
- 2 lbs. Light Malt Extract
- 1 lbs. Light Candi Sugar
- 1 lb. Pilsen Malt
- 8 oz. Carapils Malt
- 4 oz. Roasted Barley
- 4 oz. Black Malt
- 1 oz. Kent Golding Hops
- 1 oz. Czech Saaz Hops
- 1 oz. Ginger Root
- 1 oz. Bitter Orange Peel
- Yeast Energizer / Irish Moss Combo Packet
- 1 Packet of Dry Yeast (Belle Saison)

HOPS SCHEDULE

- 60 minutes: 1 oz East Kent Golding (Bittering)
- 10 minutes: 1 oz Czech Saaz 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, sparge (rinse) with water into the kettle, and discard.
4. Stir in the dry malt extract and Candi Sugar 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. With 10 minutes left in the boil, add the ginger root and bitter orange peel. (1 oz each).
10. Cool the wort to 70°F.
11. Transfer the wort to a fermenter and top off with cold water to 5 gallons. (This is a big beer so consider using a larger fermentor or a blow off tube to accommodate a vigorous fermentation.)
12. Pitch the yeast and seal the fermenter.
13. Ferment at 68-70°F (higher temps for a more pronounced yeast character) for 10-14 days or until fermentation is complete.
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!

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 Bigger Henny Saison.

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 Bigger Henny Saison 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 Bigger Henny Saison 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 Bigger Henny Saison 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 Bigger Henny Saison 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 Bigger Henny Saison, 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

References to beer can be found in some of the earliest Sumerian writings, such as "The Hymn to Ninkasi", a prayer to the goddess Ninkasi which also served as a way to remember the recipe for beer in a largely illiterate society. Additionally, an ancient proverb states, "Fill your belly."

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