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[40] Cherry ESB
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Extra Special/Strong Bitter (ESB)
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17 Litres |
1.059 |
1.012 |
6.13 |
68.43 |
8.27 °L
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27 |
0 |
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Author:
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David Russell
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| Boil
Size: 23.7 Litres |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.048 |
Efficiency: 57 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: BIAB |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: N/A |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 12/22/2025 3:05 PM |
Notes: BREWGR NOTES
Rate: 0
5/10
Malt Miller Kit (I added fruit)
ABV: 6.4%
Yeast: S-04
Attenuation: 75%
My attenuation: 79%
Aroma: Neutral.
Do differently:
Recipe: OG: 1055 FG: 1012 ABV: 5.6%
Achieved: OG: 1058 FG: 1012 ABV: 6.4%
Notes:
- Robs English ESB. A classic British ESB, with lots of malt taste and classically hopped with East Kent Goldings.
- I swapped hops for Styrian Golding and Fuggles as used the East Kent for my next Fullers 1845 brew.
- Also swapped yeast for S-04 for same reason
- Added fruit to a make a change. Thinking Badger Cranberry Poacher which uses damsons.
- The 90g Fuggles as bittering is high but with fruit might balance.
- Got A LOT BETTER after 4 months.
Do again: No. |
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IWD 2026 - Zero IBU IPA
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American IPA
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1000 Litres |
1.056 |
1.012 |
5.74 |
0 |
9.79 °L
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27 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 1150 Litres |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.049 |
Efficiency: 84 |
Mash Thickness: 3.5 |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: 20 ° C |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 1/5/2026 7:53 PM |
| Notes: This "zero IBU" IPA is an tribute to hops oils - crafted for those who crave aroma without the bite. Citra and Mosaic lead with juicy mango and berry, while Galaxy adds passionfruit and Riwaka brings the citrus. Zero bitterness, infinite flavour. |
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West Coast January 2026
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American IPA
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15 Litres |
14.202 |
2.455 |
6.31 |
60.65 |
5.98 °L
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27 |
1 |
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| Boil
Size: 19.7 Litres |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 10.9 |
Efficiency: 80 |
Mash Thickness: 4 |
Sugar
Scale: Plato |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: 20 ° C |
Priming Method: sucrose |
Priming Amount: 93.8 g |
Creation
Date: 1/5/2026 4:12 PM |
| Notes: |
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English Pumpkin Ale
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Autumn Seasonal Beer
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5.5 Gallons |
1.064 |
1.018 |
6.03 |
20.6806 |
10.18 °L
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27 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 7 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: N/A |
Efficiency: 75 |
Mash Thickness: 1.75 |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: BIAB |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: 66 ° F |
Priming Method: sucrose |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 1/3/2026 1:11 AM |
Notes: Roast pumpkin purée and add to mash. Optional to sprinkle with some pumpkin pie spice before roasting
Spices are added at flame out |
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Lager #46
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No Profile Selected |
16 Litres |
1.055 |
1.009 |
6.04 |
31.33 |
4.82 °L
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27 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 11.4 Litres |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.077 |
Efficiency: 70 |
Mash Thickness: 3.65 |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: N/A |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 1/2/2026 8:48 AM |
| Notes: |
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Awesome Recipe
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British Strong Ale
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30 Litres |
1.067 |
1.021 |
6.06 |
67.22 |
39.37 °L
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27 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 37.7 Litres |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.053 |
Efficiency: 75 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: 22 ° C |
Priming Method: sucrose |
Priming Amount: 124.6 g |
Creation
Date: 12/30/2025 2:36 PM |
| Notes: |
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#91 Rye Saison
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Saison
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11 Litres |
1.051 |
1.005 |
6.02 |
24.46 |
3.79 °L
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27 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 13.13 Litres |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.042 |
Efficiency: 82 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: BIAB |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: N/A |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 12/29/2025 8:16 PM |
| Notes: |
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West Coast Ipa
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American IPA
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5.5 Gallons |
1.061 |
1.015 |
6.01 |
44.43 |
14.41 °L
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27 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 7 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.057 |
Efficiency: 70 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: BIAB |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: N/A |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 12/29/2025 1:57 AM |
| Notes: |
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Biere De Garde
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Bière de Garde
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11 Gallons |
1.065 |
1.016 |
6.41 |
20.6 |
9.41 °L
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27 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 12.5 Gallons |
Boil Time: 75 |
Boil Gravity: 1.057 |
Efficiency: 75 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: N/A |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 12/28/2025 12:59 AM |
| Notes: |
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[46-47] Czech Pilsner V2 And V3
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Bohemian Pilsener
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17 Litres |
1.056 |
1.01 |
6.14 |
57.84 |
4.76 °L
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27 |
0 |
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Author:
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David Russell
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| Boil
Size: 23.8 Litres |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.045 |
Efficiency: 55 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: BIAB |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: N/A |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 12/24/2025 11:42 AM |
Notes: BREWGR NOTES
Brew No.46
ABANDONED BREW - Clogged kettle. Hole in mash bag cause by forgetting to put metal tray in kettle after clean up, so bag touched heat. Used back up bag but wort was milky white. Clogged kettle again. Gave up.
Brew No.47
NOT INFECTED - Only bottled 4 bottles. 2 from fermenter and 2 from demijohn. Wanted to test if fermenter was the problem. Both tasted ok. Shame I didn't bottle more but at this point I assumed bad news.
Rate: 0/10
ABV: 0%
Yeast: SafLager S–23
Attenuation: 80–85%
My attenuation: 82%
Yeast aroma: Neutral
Ferment: 12–18?C (Ideally)
Recipe: OG: 1056 FG: 1016 ABV: 5.3%
Achieved: OG: 1000 FG: 1000 ABV: 0%
Notes:
– Caramel Pils. Adds flavour and a bit of retention. Carapils does just retention.
– First attempt 6.7% ABV.
– First step mash to Pilsner guide
Do again: Yes |
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Sticke Altbier 24
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Altbier
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10.25 Gallons |
1.062 |
1.015 |
6.26 |
31.73 |
12.28 °L
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27 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 12.77 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.05 |
Efficiency: 71 |
Mash Thickness: 1 |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: N/A |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 10/12/2024 6:27 PM |
Notes: Brew Nov 22, 2024
Infuse to 132F, hold 20, infuse to 146F hold 30, Decoct to 158F, hold 30, decoct to 163F, recirc/lauter. 1 Whirlfloc. Got 10.25 Gal @ 1.062. Ferment 5 gal with 1007 Dusseldorf Alt and 5 gal with steam beer yeast. Primary ferment at 66F. Lager 6 weeks. |
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Hazy 5
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Specialty IPA: New England IPA
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200 Gallons |
14 |
2.908 |
5.97 |
19.6 |
6.85 °L
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27 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 215 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 13.1 |
Efficiency: 57 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Plato |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: N/A |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 12/18/2025 1:01 AM |
| Notes: |
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Awesome Recipe
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No Profile Selected |
5.5 Gallons |
1.057 |
1.014 |
5.56 |
0 |
6.33 °L
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27 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 7.5 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.041 |
Efficiency: 70 |
Mash Thickness: 1.5 |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: N/A |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 12/8/2025 5:13 PM |
| Notes: |
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Awesome Recipe
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No Profile Selected |
20.8 Litres |
1.059 |
1.015 |
5.78 |
0 |
4.26 °L
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27 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 28.4 Litres |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.043 |
Efficiency: 75 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: N/A |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 12/8/2025 2:56 PM |
| Notes: |
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Sierra Nevada Pale Ale Clone?
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American Pale Ale
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5 Gallons |
1.055 |
1.01 |
5.84 |
35.04 |
7.97 °L
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27 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 6.65 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.043 |
Efficiency: 70 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: BIAB |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: 70 ° F |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 12/4/2025 5:24 PM |
| Notes: |
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Awesome Recipe
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No Profile Selected |
1000 Litres |
1.046 |
1 |
6.05 |
0 |
0 °L
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27 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 1000 Litres |
Boil Time: 20 |
Boil Gravity: 1.046 |
Efficiency: 95 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: Extract |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: N/A |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 11/26/2025 11:07 AM |
| Notes: |
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VitHelles
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No Profile Selected |
21 Litres |
1.054 |
1.009 |
5.82 |
21.07 |
4.78 °L
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27 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 29.55 Litres |
Boil Time: 90 |
Boil Gravity: 1.038 |
Efficiency: 75 |
Mash Thickness: 6.15 |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: 1.75 |
Primary
Temp: 8 ° C |
Priming Method: sucrose |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 11/20/2025 12:17 PM |
| Notes: |
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Awesome Recipe
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No Profile Selected |
220 Gallons |
1.057 |
1.011 |
6 |
157.06 |
7.65 °L
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27 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 250 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.05 |
Efficiency: 75 |
Mash Thickness: 1.3 |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: N/A |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 11/11/2025 9:02 PM |
| Notes: |
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Oide Wiesn Festbier 25
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Märzen
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10.5 Gallons |
1.058 |
1.014 |
5.69 |
28.65 |
13.36 °L
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27 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 12.98 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.047 |
Efficiency: 65 |
Mash Thickness: 1.5 |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: N/A |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 6/8/2025 5:20 PM |
| Notes: Mash in to 130F, hold 15 min. Infuse to 152F, hold 40 min, Decoct to 159F, hold 20 min, Decoct to 165F, recirc, sparge. Boil 60 min. 1 whirlfloc tab. Whirlpool with counter flow and immersion chillers. Collect in two 5 gal fermenters. Pitch 1 1/2 dry yeast packets in each. Ferment at 52F. |
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Kinda Brett Saison
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Brett Beer
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6.5 Gallons |
1.047 |
1 |
6.19 |
27.9 |
3.09 °L
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27 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 7.5 Gallons |
Boil Time: 90 |
Boil Gravity: 1.041 |
Efficiency: 76 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: BIAB |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: 68 ° F |
Priming Method: dextrose |
Priming Amount: 5 oz |
Creation
Date: 10/12/2024 10:38 PM |
| Notes: This beer took gold in the finals of the 2024 National Homebrew Competition |
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