I did this exactly and got another 10 gallons of wort. I believe it came in at 1.032 (it's close to that) and finished at 1.002. Interesting to say the least. Single hopped with Centennial.
Here's a good article relating to this.
This was also extracted from BA:
Per Matt B. of Firestone Walker:
"Adding hops late in the whirlpool results in lower isomerization of alpha acids and good uptake of hop oils and flavor components (especially with pellet hops). The fact that there is...
Here's a good primer:
Mash Temps Illustrated
Simply put:
The two main enzymes active during the mash are alpha and beta amylase. Alpha amylase, which is most active in the 154-167F/68-75C range, creates longer sugar chains that are less fermentable, resulting in a beer with more body. Beta...
You need to throw that rubber piece away. It's not helping anything. The metal mesh will act as a fine filter. As far as the cloudiness, you need to vorlauf. This means using a clear glass (pyrex measuring cup) or something clear to capture the 1st runnings and return them to the top of the...
Please keep in mind that this was not intended to be a clone. DeSchutes uses CC75, which is why you're lacking the reddish color. I simply added wheat for head retention. They used to have more information on their site than this, but:
Here is what they offer
They mash at a higher temp...
Here's a great thread talking about that...
You should be fine with that @ 1.25 q/L. It will be a little thick but you should be fine. Stir every 15 minutes :).
Have any of you called your local brewery and just asked if they can sell you a bag from time to time? I have with much success and get them for $37. Win-win!
You're getting a higher brewhouse efficiency than planned. I use brewer's friend and I am able to calculate my efficiency based on my OG gravity readings. Once I brew, if I overshoot and know the efficiency, I am able to re-calculate my recipe (less grain) to achieve the desired numbers. If...