Pikes Peak Brewing Cherry Lime Sour Recipe
Experience the refreshing burst of Pikes Peak Brewing Cherry Lime Sour, where vibrant cherries meet zesty lime for a tantalizing balance of sweet and tart. This effervescent brew is perfect for those seeking a tantalizing twist on traditional sour ales, offering a crisp finish that dances on the palate. Sip into a summer vibe with every glass!
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Ingredients
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Brew Ingredients
Method
Brewing Process
- 1
Prepare the Mash
Start by heating 5 gallons of water to about 160°F. Add 10 lbs of malted barley into the water and maintain the temperature for about 60 minutes while stirring occasionally.
- 2
Sparge the Mash
After the mash is complete, sparge the grains with additional hot water to collect around 6 gallons of wort.
- 3
Boil the Wort
Bring the wort to a boil and add 2 oz of Citra hops. Boil for 60 minutes.
- 4
Add Lactic Acid
After the boil, cool the wort to about 80°F and add 0.5 cups of lactic acid. This will help achieve the desired sourness.
- 5
Fermentation
Transfer the wort to a fermenter and pitch 1 packet of Lactobacillus yeast. Allow it to ferment for 5-7 days at room temperature.
- 6
Add Cherry and Lime
After the primary fermentation, add 2 cups of cherry puree, 2 tbsp of lime zest, and 1 cup of lime juice. Stir gently to incorporate.
- 7
Conditioning
Let the mixture condition for another 2 weeks to develop the flavors.
- 8
Bottling
Once conditioning is complete, bottle the sour beer with priming sugar if carbonation is desired, and let it carbonate for another 1-2 weeks.
