Bristol Brewing Bee Hive Recipe
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Bristol Brewing's Bee Hive, a handcrafted brew that harmoniously blends the sweetness of honey with a crisp, refreshing finish. This golden ale, brewed with local wildflower honey, offers a unique taste experience that dances on your palate and leaves you craving another sip. Perfect for any occasion, the Bee Hive is a true testament to the art of brewing, capturing the essence of nature’s sweetness in every pour.
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Ingredients
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Brew Ingredients
Method
Brewing Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Wort
In a large brew kettle, heat 3 gallons of water to approximately 160°F. Add the pale malt and steep for 30 minutes, maintaining the temperature.
- 2
Boil and Add Hops
After steeping, remove the grains and bring the wort to a boil. Add the hops and boil for 60 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 3
Add Honey
In the last 15 minutes of the boil, add the honey to the wort, stirring well to dissolve.
- 4
Cool the Wort
After boiling, cool the wort down quickly using a wort chiller or an ice bath until it reaches around 70°F.
- 5
Fermentation
Transfer the cooled wort to a sanitized fermentation vessel. Add the yeast and seal with an airlock. Allow it to ferment for 1-2 weeks.
- 6
Bottling
After fermentation, dissolve the priming sugar in 2 cups of water and boil for 5 minutes. Cool and add to the beer before bottling. Bottle the beer and cap securely.
- 7
Carbonation
Let the bottles sit at room temperature for about 2 weeks to carbonate before chilling and enjoying.
