About to do a pumpkin ale...yes, it's that time again.
In the past I've used a can or too in the mash just to honestly say it's a "pumpkin beer". Spices really do all the work.
My thoughts this time, what if i just dump a can of pumpkin in the boil instead of the mash? Is there even anything for the mash to convert in a can of pumpkin? Would in the boil gain more in flavors than in the mash would contribute? Maybe close to end of boil?
In the past I've used a can or too in the mash just to honestly say it's a "pumpkin beer". Spices really do all the work.
My thoughts this time, what if i just dump a can of pumpkin in the boil instead of the mash? Is there even anything for the mash to convert in a can of pumpkin? Would in the boil gain more in flavors than in the mash would contribute? Maybe close to end of boil?