2xo American Oak Recipe
Make 2xo American Oak Recipe in just 3h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Flavoring Ingredients
Fermentation Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Oak Chips
Soak the American oak chips in water for at least 24 hours to extract flavors.
- 2
Prepare the Grains
Crush the grains of choice lightly to expose the internal starches for better extraction.
Brewing
- 3
Boil the Mixture
In a large pot, bring 1 liter of water to a boil, then add the crushed grains. Stir and let it steep at 65-70°C (149-158°F) for 60 minutes.
- 4
Add Flavorings
After steeping, remove the grains and bring the liquid back to a boil. Add the soaked oak chips, vanilla beans, cinnamon sticks, and brown sugar. Allow to boil for 15 minutes.
- 5
Cool the Brew
Cool the mixture rapidly using a heat exchanger or an ice bath until it reaches about 20°C (68°F).
Fermentation
- 6
Add Yeast
Once cooled, transfer the mixture to a fermentation vessel. Sprinkle the yeast and nutrient over the top, then seal the vessel.
- 7
Ferment
Allow the mixture to ferment at a stable temperature (around 18-22°C or 65-72°F) for 1-2 weeks, or until fermentation is complete.