Beer Style: A light and crisp ale from the city of Cologne, in Germany, that ferments at cooler temperatures, resulting in a lager like beer without the need for a dedicated lagering fridge.

Dominant Ingredients and Characteristics:  Pilsener malt base provides malty-sweet flavor with honey notes while the unique Kolsch yeast brings its signature dry finish and light fruitiness.

Timeline
Brew Day: 5 - 6 hours
Total Days from Brew Day to Drinking
If Bottled: 3.5 - 5.5 weeks
If Kegged: 2.5 - 4.5 weeks

Consider The Ideal Environment For This Beer

Fermentation: 56 – 70° F
Bottle Conditioning: 60 – 70° F
Keg Conditioning: 32 – 45° F
Storage and Drinking: 32 – 55° F

Springtime Kölsch is the perfect brew to make as we leave the cool weather behind and lawns need mowing. This recipe creates a light and crisp ale that ferments at cooler temperatures, resulting in a lager like beer without the need for a dedicated lagering fridge (though we won't tell if you use one). Springtime Kölsch only gets crisper and clearer as bottles age in the fridge and the beer is an excellent hot weather drinker. Are you just starting your homebrewing adventure? Check out our Brewing Equipment Kits for everything you'll need to begin crafting great beer.

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