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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Brewing Process
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Gather all ingredients and ensure they are at room temperature.
- 2
Boil the Water
In a large pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
- 3
Add Malt and Hops
Once the water is boiling, add 1 cup of malt and 0.5 tbs of hops. Stir well and let it boil for 15 minutes.
- 4
Cool the Mixture
Remove the pot from heat and cool the mixture down to about 70°F (21°C).
- 5
Add Yeast
Once cooled, sprinkle 1 tsp of yeast over the mixture and stir gently.
- 6
Fermentation
Cover the pot with a clean cloth and let it ferment in a dark, warm place for about 2 weeks.
- 7
Bottle the Beer
After fermentation, carefully transfer the beer into clean bottles, leaving some space at the top.
- 8
Cap and Store
Cap the bottles and store them in a cool, dark place for another 2 weeks to carbonate.
- 9
Enjoy
After the carbonation period, chill the bottles and enjoy your homemade Kokanee Lager!

