Fancy adding a fruity twist to your beer? You're in the right spot. We're talking about the magic of fruit purees in beer making. It's like adding a secret ingredient that takes your brew from good to 'Oh my hops, this is fantastic!'

Now, there are two ways to add fruit purees to your beer: during primary fermentation and secondary fermentation. But let's not beat around the beer keg here. Adding purees during primary fermentation can be a bit like playing with fire. It's risky because it can increase the volatility of your ferment and unruly batch of wort can be vulnerable to infection. Plus, you might diminish some of those delicious fruit aromas because some of the terpenes will bubble out with strong yeast activity. So, unless you're a daredevil brewer, we recommend skipping this method.

Instead, let's focus on the safer and more controllable method: adding fruit purees during secondary fermentation. This is like adding a cherry on top of your sundae. It's easier, safer, and if your secondary fermenter is big enough (we're talking 5 gallons or more), it's the perfect way to infuse your beer with fruity goodness.

Adding the puree during secondary fermentation allows you to retain more of the fruity aromas because the ferment is less active. You will impart more of the desired fruit flavors and increase the alcohol level. It's a win-win! It's like turning your beer into a fruit cocktail, but with a kick! The Amoretti 8 oz. fruit purees are designed for 5-gallon batches of beer. Each bottle will raise your gravity about .002-.004. Depending on the style, you can add more than one bottle and mix flavors. Since they are aseptically pasteurized, they do not pose any risk of contamination. Just make sure you stir it adequately into the batch.

Now, you might be wondering, what types of beer benefit from this fruity infusion? Well, lighter beers like wheat beers, blond ales, and saisons are perfect candidates. These beers have a mild flavor that allows the fruit to shine through, like a lead singer in a rock band. Darker beers can also benefit, but the fruit flavors will be more like a backup singer, adding depth and complexity.

So, there you have it, folks! Adding fruit purees during secondary fermentation is a fantastic way to jazz up your homebrew, increase the alcohol level, and create a beer that's as unique as you are. So, grab your brewing gear, some Fierce Fruit purees, and let's make some beer magic!

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