alright, i'm thinking my next batch will be extract. I'm trying to back track a little and pick apart some off flavors that i'm tasting (although drez says it isn't as bad as I think). I'm doing this for peace of mind as well. Any suggestions on water adjustments for this kit?
Extract kit info:
O.G: 1.045 READY: 6 WEEKS 2 weeks primary, 2 weeks secondary 2 weeks bottle conditioning
KIT INVENTORY:
SPECIALTY GRAIN
Ampersand Grains: - 1 lb Caramel 20
MAILLARD MALTSTM EXTRACTS & OTHER FERMENTABLES
3.15 lb Pilsen Malt Syrup (60 min)
3.15 lb Pilsen Malt Syrup (15 min)
HOPS
0.5 oz Amarillo (FWH - First wort hop - add with steeping grains)
0.5 oz Centennial (60 min)
0.5 oz Amarillo (20 min)
0.5 oz Simcoe (20 min)
0.5 oz Amarillo (5 min)
0.5 oz Crystal (5 min)
DRY HOPS Add to secondary fermenter one to two weeks before bottling day
0.5 oz Amarillo
0.5 oz Centennial
0.5 oz Simcoe
0.5 oz Crystal
YEAST
White Labs: WLP051 California V. Optimum temp: 66°-70° F