Bohemian Rhapsody

Danger, Decoction ahead!

This is our method for doing a triple decoction of a full volume recirculation style mash. We use our E-rims system to maintain mash temps thoughout the process and boil the decoction in a smaller stove top kettle.

Decoction Mash Schedule:

1st Rest:

    6.5G 99F 45Min Total<br />
    15 Min- Measure PH<br />
    15 Min- Remove First Decoction<br />

1st Decoction:

    Remove 1/2 Thick Mash<br />
    Add to .5G Boiling Water<br />
    Heat to 150F Hold 15Min<br />
    Boil and Return to Kettle at 45Min of 1st Rest<br />

2nd Rest:

    7G 125F 45Min Total<br />
    15Min- Remove 2nd Decoction<br />

2nd Decoction:

    Remove 1/3 Thick Mash<br />
    Add to .5G Boiling Water<br />
    Heat to 150F Hold for 15Min<br />
    Boil and Return to Kettle at 45Min of 2nd Rest<br />

3rd Rest:

    7.5G 150F 30-60Min Total<br />
    Hold Until Conversion Measures Complete<br />
    30-45 Min Remove 3rd Decoction<br />

3rd Decoction:

   Remove 1/3 Thick Mash<br />
   Add to 1G Boiling Water<br />
   Bring to a Boil and Hold for ~15Min<br />

Vorlauf:

   8.5G 170F 30+Min<br />
   Recirculate Until Wort Runs Clear<br />

When Sufficient Kettle Volume is reached, add First Wort Hops

Boil for 90 Minutes and resume "Normal" Brew Day