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Paul's Kick Butt  Ale

Paul's Kick Butt Ale

Belgian Golden Strong Ale • Partial Mash • 5 gal

Paul's Kick Butt Ale

December 17, 2001 am 05:31am

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Ingredients (Partial Mash5 gal)

  • 4 lbs English 2-row Pils

    English 2-row Pils

    Pilsner base malt.

  • 7/8 lbs German Light Crystal

    German Light Crystal

  • 6 3/4 lbs Dry Extra Light Extract

    Dry Extra Light Extract

    For making very pale ales and lagers.

  • 7/8 oz Admiral - 12.5 AA% pellets; boiled 60 min

    Admiral

    Admiral hops are known for their high acid content, delivering a bold yet smooth bitterness. They showcase notes of orange citrus and herbal undertones, making them an excellent choice for crafting more bitter Pale Ales and ESBs.

  • 1/4 oz Challenger - 8.0 AA% pellets; boiled 15 min

    Challenger

    Popular bittering hop used primarily in British ales and lagers. Mild to moderate aroma, but quite spicy.

  • 1/4 oz Saaz - 5.0 AA% pellets; boiled 1 min

    Saaz

    Used for finishing pilseners, continental lagers, and wheats. The aroma is spicy and pleasant with fragrant overtones.

  • White Labs WLP545 Belgian Strong Ale

    White Labs WLP545 Belgian Strong Ale

    From the Ardennes region of Belgium, this classic yeast strain produces moderate levels of ester and spicy phenolic character. Typically results in a dry, but balanced finish. This yeast is well suited for Belgian dark strongs, Abbey Ales, and seasonal beers.

Style (BJCP)

Category: 18 - Belgian Strong Ale

Subcategory: D - Belgian Golden Strong Ale

Range for this Style
Original Gravity: 1.083 1.070 - 1.095
Terminal Gravity: 1.012 1.005 - 1.016
Color: 5.2 SRM 3 - 6
Alcohol: 9.4% ABV 7.5% - 10.5%
Bitterness: 37.2 IBU 22 - 35

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