American Red Ale

Taylor Talkington: ~
Tags: ale

In a way this was my first 'real' brew. I found this recipe online and decided to try it. One of my first experiences with craft beer was Fat Tire by New Belgium brewery, and remains one of my favorites today, so I thought a red ale would be a good way to start.


Beer Info

Name American Red Ale
Style American Amber Ale
Est. OG 1.052
Est. FG 1.016
Est. ABV 4.7%
Volume 2.75 gallons
Efficiecy
Boil Length 60 minutes
Est. IBUs
Est. Color

Results

Actual OG 1.055
Actual FG 1.013
Actual ABV 5.5%
Packaged On 2016-01-01
Carbonation 2.6 oz sugar

Fermentables

% Name Color Amount
2-Row (US) 4.5 lbs
Crystal 40L 1 lbs
Roasted Barley 1 oz

Mash

Step Type Time Target Strike Amount
1 Infusion 60 162F 6 qts

Boil

Time Name Amount AA% IBUs
60 Willamette 1 oz
10 Irish Moss 0.25 tsp - -

Fermentation Steps

Step Time Temp
Primary 10 Days 68F

Fermentation Ingredients

Name Step Amount
US-05 Primary 1 Pkg

Notes