DISCONTINUED - Skywalker Schwarzbier - German Black Lager - Partial Mash Extract Beer Kit - 5 Gal

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Beer Style: This classic German Black Lager, sometimes called a "black Pils", is balanced and satisfying. It is known for low-astringency roast richness, slight sweetness and smooth drinkability.

Dominant Ingredients and Characteristics: Chocolate & Carafa malts provide black color without a harsh astringency while the cold temperature aging produces a clean, smooth mouthfeel.

Timeline
Brew Day: 3 - 4 hours
Total Days from Brew Day to Drinking
If Bottled: 6.5 - 11 weeks
If Kegged: 6 - 10 weeks

Consider The Ideal Environment For This Beer

Fermentation: 46 – 58° F
Bottle Conditioning: 60 – 70° F
Keg Conditioning: 32 – 45° F
Storage and Drinking: 32 – 55° F

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Specifications

OG: 1.054

ABV: ~5.3%

IBU: 30

SRM: 30

Be sure you have all the equipment below before getting started. We carry everything you'll need to get brewing.

How to Use

Equipment Needed:

Boiling kettle 7 gallons or larger, made of stainless steel or enameled steel.
A stirring paddle or spoon.
Primary fermentor of at least 7 gallon capacity and a lid.
A 5 gallon bottle (secondary fermentor).
Fermentation lock and stopper(s) for fermentors.
Siphon assembly for transfers.
Beer bottles and caps for 5 gallons, or kegs for 5 gallons.
Bottle/keg brush, cleaner, and sanitizer.
Strainer and a soup pot.
Optional but recommended: Wort chiller
Optional but recommended: Hydrometer & test jar

Materials/Ingredients

LCD Sticker Thermometer for Fermentor
5 lbs. Light Dry Malt Extract
12 oz. German Dark Munich Malt
8 oz. Chocolate Malt
6 oz. Carafa I™ Roasted Dehusked Malt
6 oz. Dark Caramel 80L Malt
Brewing Salts
Whirlfloc Kettle Fining Tablet
PicoZinc™ Beer Yeast Nutrient for 5 Gallons
3/4 oz. Northern Brewer Hops
1 oz. Styrian Golding Hops
OPTIONAL FOR BOTTLING: 5 oz. Corn Sugar for priming
1 Pack Wyeast 2206 Bavarian Yeast

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