The signature of this Kolsch is its malt roundness and noble hopping. We like to ferment with Wyeast Kolsch yeast to get a slight fruitiness of an ale with the clean lager-like flavor palette. We like to pitch Kolsch yeast in the 58-62F range and let the heat from fermentation ramp the temperature up to around 65-68F. However this yeast ferments well any where between 56-70F. Watch out, this yeast can be volcanic! We recommend using half reverse osmosis or distilled water and half tap water for a finished beer more true to style.
| Yeast Option | None - I have my own yeast or Imperial Yeast G03 Dieter or White Labs WLP029 German Ale/Kolsch or White Labs WLP036 Dusselfdorf Alt Ale or Wyeast 1007 German Ale or Wyeast 2565 Kolsch or Safale US-05 American Ale Dry Yeast |
| Alcohol by Volume | 3.9 - 4.6% |
| Approximate ABV | Low (under 6%) |
| IBUs | 22 - 28 |
| SRM | 4-5 |
| Starting Gravity | 1.041 - 1.045 |
| Final Gravity | 1.009 - 1.012 |
| Beer Styles | Kolsch, German Beer |
| Beer Kit Type | Extract |
| Kit Yield | 5 Gallons |
| Yeast Starter | No |
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