Over the years, this recipe has gotten a bit darker and a bit lighter in body, but the goal is the same: to shape an IPA that is distinct from stylistic “neighbors” such as American brown ale.
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Avoid the temptation to over-hop, and you’ll get a clearer flavor presentation from every other aspect of this beer.
For more on brewing this characterful niche style, see Make Your Best Brown IPA.
ALL-GRAIN
Batch size: 5 gallons (19 liters)
Brewhouse efficiency: 72%
OG: 1.068 (16.6°P)
FG: 1.017 (4.3°P)
IBUs: 50
ABV: 6.8%
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