Citrus Cascade Blond Ale
Experience the refreshing fusion of citrus and hops in this Citrus Cascade Blond Ale, crafted to highlight the zesty character of Cascade hops. This light blond ale boasts a bright, fruity aroma and a crisp finish, making it the ideal companion for outdoor gatherings and warm summer days. Sip the sunshine and refresh your palate with every pour.
ingredients
- 8 lbs Pale Malt (2-row)
- 1 lb Munich Malt
- 1 lb Crystal Malt (20L)
- 0.5 lb Flaked Corn
- 1 oz Cascade hops (60 minutes)
- 1 oz Cascade hops (15 minutes)
- 1 oz Cascade hops (dry hop, 5 days)
- 0.5 oz Orange Zest (at flameout)
- 0.5 oz Lemon Zest (at flameout)
- 1 packet American Ale Yeast (e.g., Safale US-05)
- 5 oz Corn Sugar (for bottling)
- Water (as needed)
steps
- 1.
Heat 3.5 gallons of water to 165°F (74°C) for mashing.
- 2.
Add the grains and maintain temperature at 152°F (67°C) for 60 minutes.
- 3.
Sparge with about 3 gallons of water to collect around 6 gallons of wort.
- 4.
Bring the wort to a boil and add the first 1 oz of Cascade hops.
- 5.
After 45 minutes, add the second 1 oz of Cascade hops.
- 6.
At flameout, stir in orange and lemon zest for citrus aroma.
- 7.
Cool the wort quickly to around 70°F (21°C) using a wort chiller.
- 8.
Transfer to a sanitized fermentation vessel, add yeast, and seal with an airlock.
- 9.
Allow to ferment for 1-2 weeks at 68-70°F (20-21°C).
- 10.
After fermentation is complete, add dry hops and let sit for 5 days.
- 11.
Bottle with 5 oz of corn sugar dissolved in boiling water.
- 12.
Age for 2 weeks before chilling and enjoying your Citrus Cascade Blond Ale.
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