This batch has been bubbling for almost two weeks! can't wait to bottle and give this one a try. i used 4 hops to produce what i hope will be a nice smooth, citrus and floral aroma and flavor. can't wait to try it!
I think my next batch will be a pale ale.
UPDATE: 6/22/11
Reaction to IPA #2... Consider that I have yet to name this batch it's safe to say that it is still a work in progress. I give this one a thumbs up, but only because of the potential that this recipe holds.
The first thing I need to do is pay more attention to where I let my beer ferment. I left this batch downstairs where it reached lagering temps and it took a couple weeks for the yeast to ferment (even then I don't think it fermented completely). Like I said, the beer didnt seem to ferment all of the way and as a result it was too sweet (due to unfermented malt?).
This may sound crazy, but my plan is to ADD more malt and make this a stronger beer... from 4% to... say... 7.5%? Is that big enough for you?!? The reason for this is that I was a bit overpowered by the sweetness and citrusy flavors. If I produce more alcohol I should get a drier tasting beer that still has those nice flavors and aroma. Another tweek I am going to make is to use a different malt from Paradise Brewing Supply Co instead of the one from Listermanns.
Like I said, this brew has BIG potential. I cant wait to perfect this recipe... I think another batch will be forthcoming this Fall.
Stay posted, FPR is going to start rocking this summer!
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