Schwarzbier is a dark lager that has a roasted yet smooth malt flavor with a moderate hop bitterness. The roasted malt included is de-husked to avoid any burnt or harsh flavors. It has a lighter body and generally finishes dry which makes this style quite drinkable.
Kit includes grain sock, hop socks and priming sugar.
Estimated Beer Stats:
- Original Gravity: 1.045
- ABV: 5%
- Color (SRM): 25
- Bitterness (IBU): 27
Ingredient / Instruction Sheet
*YEAST SOLD SEPARATELY*
Recommended yeasts are: Wyeast 2124 Bohemian Lager, Imperial L17 Harvest, Omega OYL-114 Bayern Lager, Mangrove Jack's M84 Bohemian Lager, Lallemand Diamond Lager, or Fermentis Saflager S-189
Yeast Pitch Note: It is recommended to use two packages of yeast or build up a yeast starter for this kit.
Makes 5 Gallons