Beernik
Well-Known Member
I’m thinking about brewing an IPL/hoppy Pilsner for Memorial Day and seeking a little advice.
I’ve been thinking about starting off with a Bitburger base because there is a personal nostalgia factor. It used Perle & Hallertau hops. But I’m open to American or NZ hops.
To start with, I’m thinking:
5 gallon
IBU = 38, ABV = 4.5%.
I’m considering taking the IBUs as low as 30 and ABV as high as 5.5%.
Grains: 100% German Pilsner
Yeast: Wyeast 2007 (Pilsen Lager) or White Labs WLP830 (German Lager) yeast
For hops, I want to stay away from anything that might become too catty over time. I don’t drink beer as fast as I used to.
I’ve been thinking about starting off with a Bitburger base because there is a personal nostalgia factor. It used Perle & Hallertau hops. But I’m open to American or NZ hops.
To start with, I’m thinking:
5 gallon
IBU = 38, ABV = 4.5%.
I’m considering taking the IBUs as low as 30 and ABV as high as 5.5%.
Grains: 100% German Pilsner
Yeast: Wyeast 2007 (Pilsen Lager) or White Labs WLP830 (German Lager) yeast
For hops, I want to stay away from anything that might become too catty over time. I don’t drink beer as fast as I used to.