Modelo Especial Recipe
Modelo Especial is a refreshing, light lager with a smooth taste and a hint of sweetness, perfect for any occasion.
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Ingredients
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Brew ingredients
Method
Brewing Process
- 1
Mashing
In a large pot, heat 5 liters of water to about 70°C (158°F). Add Pilsner and Munich malt to the water, stirring well. Maintain the temperature for 60 minutes.
- 2
Lautering
After mashing, separate the liquid from the grains using a strainer. This is your wort.
- 3
Boiling
Bring the wort to a boil and add the hops. Boil for 60 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 4
Cooling
After boiling, cool the wort quickly using a wort chiller or an ice bath to about 20°C (68°F).
- 5
Fermentation
Transfer the cooled wort to a fermentation vessel and add the yeast. Seal the vessel and let it ferment for 1-2 weeks at around 10°C (50°F).
- 6
Bottling
After fermentation, mix in the corn sugar and priming sugar, then transfer the beer into sanitized bottles. Cap the bottles and let them carbonate for another 1-2 weeks.
- 7
Enjoy
Once the beer is carbonated, chill and enjoy your homemade Modelo Especial!
