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I'm resetting and trying to come up with a new house IPA that is pretty much west coast inspired. After much experimenting with hybrid and NE influenced IPAs I have decided to get back to something more basic that aligns with my tastes.
https://www.brewersfriend.com/homebrew/recipe/view/746907/iliff-ipa
So this is what I'm planning for my first attempt and will obviously adapt it as time goes on. Any thoughts?
Here are some of my goals:
*simplicity and efficiency is the goal in regards to hops: no whirlpools, bio-transformation, DDH, etc.
*set a baseline of 60 IBUs, adjust if necessary in subsequent batches
*want a decent malt back hence the munich and honey malt. Say goodbye to oats and wheat
*want dryness hence the sugar to encourage higher attenuation (I understand why some might advise against this)
*big fan of citrusy hops and like what this hop combo brings to the table. Easily subject to change with Citra being a strong candidate to replace ekuanot or comet in the future.
*after experimenting with bigger hop additions, I wasn't noticing more hop character. With my process, not sure using any more the 6 oz dry is worth it.
*simple American ale yeast
Any thoughts? Sorry, sometimes I do this to help myself think it through...
https://www.brewersfriend.com/homebrew/recipe/view/746907/iliff-ipa
So this is what I'm planning for my first attempt and will obviously adapt it as time goes on. Any thoughts?
Here are some of my goals:
*simplicity and efficiency is the goal in regards to hops: no whirlpools, bio-transformation, DDH, etc.
*set a baseline of 60 IBUs, adjust if necessary in subsequent batches
*want a decent malt back hence the munich and honey malt. Say goodbye to oats and wheat
*want dryness hence the sugar to encourage higher attenuation (I understand why some might advise against this)
*big fan of citrusy hops and like what this hop combo brings to the table. Easily subject to change with Citra being a strong candidate to replace ekuanot or comet in the future.
*after experimenting with bigger hop additions, I wasn't noticing more hop character. With my process, not sure using any more the 6 oz dry is worth it.
*simple American ale yeast
Any thoughts? Sorry, sometimes I do this to help myself think it through...