
Paul's Kick Butt Ale
Belgian Golden Strong Ale • Partial Mash • 5 gal
December 17, 2001 am 05:31am
Ingredients (Partial Mash, 5 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.
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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 | |||
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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 | ![]() |