Witches’ Rock Honey Apple Ale
Experience the crisp essence of autumn with this Honey Apple Cider Ale. Infused with sweet, golden honey and refreshing apple cider, each sip is a harmonious blend of fruity notes and a hint of hoppy bitterness. Perfect for gatherings or cozy evenings, this brew captures the essence of the season in a refreshing glass.
ingredients
- 1 gallon fresh apple cider
- 1 cup raw honey
- ½ cup light dry malt extract
- 1 oz. Cascade hops (bittering)
- 1 oz. Citra hops (aroma)
- 1 packet of ale yeast (like US-05)
- ½ tsp pectic enzyme (optional, for clarity)
- ½ cup priming sugar (for carbonation)
- Water (as needed)
steps
- 1.
In a large pot, combine the apple cider and light dry malt extract over medium heat, stirring until dissolved.
- 2.
Add the raw honey to the mixture and continue to heat until it is fully incorporated. Do not boil.
- 3.
Remove from heat, and cool the mixture to about 70°F (21°C).
- 4.
Once cooled, transfer to a sanitized fermenter and top up with water if necessary to reach 5 gallons.
- 5.
Add the bittering hops (Cascade), seal the fermenter, and allow to ferment for 7 to 10 days at room temperature.
- 6.
After primary fermentation, strain the mixture into a sanitized secondary fermenter and add the aroma hops (Citra) and pectic enzyme (if using).
- 7.
Let it condition for another week before bottling.
- 8.
When bottling, dissolve the priming sugar in a small amount of water, add to the beer, and bottle. Let bottles carbonate for 1 to 2 weeks.
- 9.
Chill, pour, and enjoy your refreshing Honey Apple Cider Ale!
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