Sunday, November 17, 2013

Saison IPA

I moved from Idaho to Chicago with only what would fit in a pickup truck, and in the process, I had to shed some brewing gear. I'm working on rebuilding the brewing system better than what it was, but it will take time and money--two resources quite scarce to me right now--so stay tuned for some DIY project posts.

The idea for this recipe came more out of compromise than creativity. Maybe it is just me leaving the arid landscape of the West, but the Midwest is humid and hot, so I was worried about a healthy fermentation and yeast attenuation. I picked up some Wyeast Saison yeast (3721), known for its ability to perform in high temperatures, and I still had some left over hops that made the drive with me. 

So, I figured I'd try out a Farmhouse IPA recipe. What's it like? New Holland Farmhouse Hatter IPA or the Great Divide Beligica, maybe even a...

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