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Ingredients
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DRINK SPECIALS
Method
DRINK SPECIALS
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Mix wort
In a large kettle, combine water and pale malt extract. Bring to a gentle boil while stirring to dissolve the extract completely, avoiding scorching.
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Add hops
If using, add hops to the boil for bitterness. Boil for 60 minutes, then cool the wort quickly using a wort chiller or ice bath.
- 4
Cool and pitch yeast
Once the wort is cooled to around 68-70°F (20-21°C), pitch the ale yeast into the fermenter and seal with an airlock.
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Ferment
Allow the beer to ferment at a steady temperature (65-72°F / 18-22°C) for about 7-10 days until fermentation subsides.
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Prime and bottle
Prepare priming sugar by dissolving sugar in a small amount of water. Add to bottling container, rack the beer, and bottle. Cap bottles and store at room temperature for 2 weeks to carbonate.