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Torpedo IPA 2026
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Double IPA
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5 Gallons |
1.071 |
1.013 |
7.58 |
72.39 |
8.54 °L
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0 |
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Author:
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Benman
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| Boil
Size: 6.33 Gallons |
Boil Time: 90 |
Boil Gravity: 1.062 |
Efficiency: 76 |
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: 3/29/2026 4:17 PM |
Notes:
Single infusion mash at 152F for 90 mins
Boil for 90 minutes, adding Whirlfloc and hops per schedule.
start chilling immediately.
Cool the wort quickly to 66F and transfer to fermenter.
Add dry hops once fermentation is nearing completion (i.e. 5 points from final gravity) and raise the temperature to 70-72F.
Dry hop for 3 days while fermentation finishes.
cold crash, keg/bottle ~2.3 vol |
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Apple Juice Wine
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Apple Wine
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1 Gallons |
1.078 |
1.019 |
7.69 |
0 |
6.96 °L
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8 |
1 |
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| Boil
Size: 1 Gallons |
Boil Time: N/A |
Boil Gravity: 1.078 |
Efficiency: 70 |
Mash Thickness: 1.75 |
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: 4/4/2026 6:17 PM |
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BEEBUR
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Weissbier
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20 Litres |
1.049 |
1.013 |
4.69 |
13.76 |
4.63 °L
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8 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 25.82 Litres |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.038 |
Efficiency: 60 |
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: 4/6/2026 9:35 AM |
| Notes: |
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Awesome Recipe
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1200 Litres |
1.043 |
1.01 |
4.34 |
10.57 |
28.03 °L
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8 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 1350 Litres |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.038 |
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: 4/5/2026 7:25 AM |
| Notes: |
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Awesome Recipe
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19 Litres |
1.074 |
1.015 |
7.75 |
48.51 |
4.12 °L
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8 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 25.2 Litres |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.056 |
Efficiency: 75 |
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: 4/5/2026 8:39 AM |
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Cascade Hazy IPA
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English IPA
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21 Litres |
1.075 |
1.013 |
8.13 |
15.15 |
5.36 °L
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8 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 28 Litres |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.06 |
Efficiency: 70 |
Mash Thickness: 3.65 |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: 18 ° C |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 4/5/2026 10:48 AM |
| Notes: |
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1/6 Mash (5 Gallon)
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No Profile Selected |
7 Gallons |
32.998 |
9.015 |
14.16 |
32.82 |
20.64 °L
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8 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 8 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 29.3 |
Efficiency: 60.5 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Plato |
| Brew
Method: Extract |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: N/A |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 4/5/2026 9:08 PM |
| Notes: |
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Johnson Stout
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Dry Stout
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5 Gallons |
1.045 |
1.008 |
4.79 |
24.82 |
7.94 °L
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8 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 6.88 Gallons |
Boil Time: 75 |
Boil Gravity: 1.033 |
Efficiency: 75 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: N/A |
Priming Method: sucrose |
Priming Amount: 3 oz |
Creation
Date: 4/5/2026 8:54 PM |
| Notes: |
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Barnaby Snittypants ESB
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Best Bitter
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21 Litres |
1.059 |
1.015 |
5.72 |
24.29 |
19.49 °L
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8 |
1 |
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Author:
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| Boil
Size: 23.5 Litres |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.052 |
Efficiency: 70 |
Mash Thickness: 3.65 |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: N/A |
Priming Method: sucrose |
Priming Amount: 120.8 g |
Creation
Date: 4/5/2026 8:35 PM |
| Notes: |
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Awesome Recipe
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20.8 Litres |
1.059 |
1.015 |
5.77 |
0 |
18.87 °L
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7 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 26.5 Litres |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.046 |
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: 4/5/2026 7:09 PM |
| Notes: |
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Hoppy PIlsner
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No Profile Selected |
12.5 Gallons |
1.054 |
1.013 |
5.43 |
0 |
3.11 °L
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7 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 14 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.048 |
Efficiency: 70 |
Mash Thickness: 1.75 |
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: 4/6/2026 4:22 PM |
| Notes: |
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Coopers
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American Wheat Beer
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3.5 Gallons |
1.04 |
1.01 |
4.04 |
36.61 |
4.01 °L
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7 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 4.5 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.031 |
Efficiency: 75 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: 0.5 |
Primary
Temp: 66 ° F |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 4/6/2026 11:23 AM |
| Notes: |
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Helles Tettnanger
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Munich Helles
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5.5 Gallons |
1.05 |
1.014 |
4.75 |
19.86 |
5.31 °L
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7 |
4 |
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| Boil
Size: 7.5 Gallons |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.039 |
Efficiency: 70 |
Mash Thickness: 1.8 |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: 55 ° F |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 8/8/2023 8:04 PM |
| Notes: |
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Awesome Recipe
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No Profile Selected |
5.5 Gallons |
1.059 |
1.011 |
6.4 |
0 |
6.45 °L
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7 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 7.5 Gallons |
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: 78 ° F |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 4/5/2026 1:14 AM |
| Notes: |
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Awesome Recipe
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No Profile Selected |
22 Litres |
1.05 |
1.013 |
4.97 |
34.73 |
4.22 °L
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7 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 27.8 Litres |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.04 |
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: 4/4/2026 11:10 PM |
| Notes: |
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Rice Crispy Treat
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American Light Lager
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6 Gallons |
1.038 |
1.006 |
4.24 |
8.99 |
2.19 °L
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6 |
0 |
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Author:
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| Boil
Size: 7.25 Gallons |
Boil Time: 75 |
Boil Gravity: 1.031 |
Efficiency: 75 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: BIAB |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: 60 ° F |
Priming Method: N/A |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 4/5/2026 6:27 PM |
Notes: 8 gal ro water
CaCl2-2g
Epsom-1g
Gypsum-3g |
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Plane Jane
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Blonde Ale
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10 Litres |
1.045 |
1.01 |
4.54 |
9.55 |
3.46 °L
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6 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 15.7 Litres |
Boil Time: 60 |
Boil Gravity: 1.028 |
Efficiency: 70 |
Mash Thickness: N/A |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: BIAB |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: 17 ° C |
Priming Method: sucrose |
Priming Amount: 63.5 g |
Creation
Date: 4/6/2026 9:38 AM |
| Notes: |
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Pilsner Urquell Clone
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Czech Premium Pale Lager
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5 Gallons |
1.05 |
1.013 |
4.85 |
47.72 |
3.84 °L
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6 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 8 Gallons |
Boil Time: 90 |
Boil Gravity: 1.035 |
Efficiency: 60 |
Mash Thickness: 1.6 |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: 1.75 |
Primary
Temp: 50 ° F |
Priming Method: sucrose |
Priming Amount: N/A |
Creation
Date: 4/2/2026 4:27 PM |
Notes: Fermentation:
Cooling: Immediately cool the wort to around 50°F (10°C) to prepare for pitching the yeast.
Pitching: After aerating the wort thoroughly, pitch the yeast. Using a yeast starter is highly recommended to ensure a strong and healthy fermentation, especially important for lager yeasts.
Pressure Fermentation: Ferment the beer under a pressure of 10-15 psi. This suppresses ester and fusel alcohol production, allowing for a clean fermentation. Pressure fermentation can also permit slightly higher fermentation temperatures, potentially up to 60°F (15.5°C), without sacrificing the clean flavor profile desirable in a Czech Pilsner.
Diacetyl Rest: Towards the end of fermentation, allow the temperature to rise to 60°F (15.5°C) for 48 hours. This helps the yeast metabolize any diacetyl, preventing off-flavors in the final beer.
Lagering: After the diacetyl rest, reduce the temperature to 35°F (1.7°C) and lager for 4-6 weeks. This step is crucial for developing the crisp, clean character of the beer.
Packaging:
Carbonation: Target 2.2-2.5 volumes of CO2 for authentic Czech Pilsner carbonation. This can be achieved through bottle conditioning or forced carbonation in a keg.
Conditioning: After carbonation, the beer benefits from further cold conditioning. Allow it to condition at lagering temperatures for at least two weeks before serving to ensure the flavors have melded and the beer has clarified.
Additional Tips:
Water Chemistry: The soft water profile is key to a Czech Pilsner. Adjust your water chemistry to mimic that of Plzeň, focusing on keeping the mineral content low to highlight the malt and hops.
Decoction Mashing: This traditional method enhances the malt profile and complexity of the beer. It's time-consuming but contributes significantly to the authenticity and depth of flavor in the final product.
Yeast Health: Starting with a healthy yeast culture is vital for clean lager fermentation. A yeast starter will help ensure you have enough viable cells for a clean, vigorous fermentation.
Patience: The lagering phase is essential for achieving the characteristic clean, crisp profile of a Czech Pilsner. Don't rush this step; the longer lagering period will reward you with a clearer, more refined beer.
By following this detailed recipe and process, you should be well on your way to brewing a delicious Czech Pilsner that pays homage to the traditional styles of the Czech Republic. Enjoy the brewing process and the resulting beer! |
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Test
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Czech Pale Lager
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3 Gallons |
1.043 |
1.01 |
4.32 |
0 |
3.17 °L
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6 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 4.5 Gallons |
Boil Time: 90 |
Boil Gravity: 1.029 |
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: 4/6/2026 6:45 PM |
| Notes: |
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The Lady In Red
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Irish Red Ale
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10.5 Gallons |
1.056 |
1.015 |
5.44 |
21.99 |
13.23 °L
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6 |
0 |
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| Boil
Size: 7.5 Gallons |
Boil Time: 90 |
Boil Gravity: 1.079 |
Efficiency: 70 |
Mash Thickness: 1.75 |
Sugar
Scale: Specific Gravity |
| Brew
Method: All Grain |
Pitch Rate: 0.35 |
Primary
Temp: N/A |
Priming Method: co2 |
Priming Amount: 7.69 psi |
Creation
Date: 4/6/2026 7:53 PM |
| Notes: |
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