Jeepaholic
Well-Known Member
I'm looking to make a beer that has the same purpose as the very first beers in history. Not recipies, just purpose. In the past beer was used not for recreation but as a food and nutrition source. No I'm not looking for healthy beer.
Here is the requirements for this brew. Low ABV I'm thinking below 2%, maybe as high as 2.5%. Big body, filling, source of carbs, fiber, and would help give energy. I brew all grain so first off I'm thinking obviously mash high, I'm thinking ~158 degrees. Using equal parts barley, oats, and wheat. Very low IBUs.
I want to come up with something that can last in bottles for several years. I know hops have preserving qualities, what is the best way to take advantage of that. Also what else can I use?
I'm not looking at brewing this in the immediate future. But I do think it would be good to drink while working outside in the summer.
Thanks
Marcus
Here is the requirements for this brew. Low ABV I'm thinking below 2%, maybe as high as 2.5%. Big body, filling, source of carbs, fiber, and would help give energy. I brew all grain so first off I'm thinking obviously mash high, I'm thinking ~158 degrees. Using equal parts barley, oats, and wheat. Very low IBUs.
I want to come up with something that can last in bottles for several years. I know hops have preserving qualities, what is the best way to take advantage of that. Also what else can I use?
I'm not looking at brewing this in the immediate future. But I do think it would be good to drink while working outside in the summer.
Thanks
Marcus