Guest Posted May 22, 2012 Share Posted May 22, 2012 I read over on AHB that coopers have a new,kit called the hop gobbler which is an esb kit with some choc malt, fuggles and ekg (25g each) amd comes with instruction to ferment at 18-21'd Well done coopers, a step in the right direction. Of course, we have known and aevised these additions with some regularity for some time,but still, well done, its bound to help new brewers expand their comfort zone. Yob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrahamB8 Posted May 22, 2012 Share Posted May 22, 2012 Its in the featured recipes section and is on my list [love] I wouldnt follow the grain steeping instructions though and in my opinion anyone attempting this recipe should research a little about steeping grains Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muddy Waters Posted May 22, 2012 Share Posted May 22, 2012 HOP GOBBLER LINKY Hop Gobbler Recipe Pack Ref: DBR205 AUD $55.00 CAUTION, Flavour Ahead! When making small volume batches, an extra handful of this or a pocketful of that can transform a brew from \u2018just okay\u2019 to a sensational hit of aromas and flavours! In this recipe, we combine classic English Hops and specialty grains to supercharge the English Bitter kit, making 25 litres of intensely flavoured ale. The DIY Hop Gobbler Recipe Pack includes all the ingredients required to make Hop Gobbler, plus a Khaki Frayed Cap and Coopers DIY Keyring! \u2022English Bitter (1.7kg) \u2022Thomas Coopers Amber Malt Extract (1.5kg) \u2022Coopers Light Dry Malt (500g) \u2022Choc Malt (300 grams) \u2022Fuggles (25 grams) \u2022Goldings (25 grams) \u20221 x Coopers Khaki Frayed Cap \u20221 x Coopers DIY Beer Keyring All this for only $55 and FREE SHIPPING to anywhere in Australia!* Hurry limited stock available! Definately a step in the right direction but it is a little pricey however this is somewhat offset by the free delivery. It'd be nice to be cheaper without the useless filler (keyring and frayed cap). Interestingly if you were to order just the keyring and cap you would be paying almost $50 with postage so if they float your boat it is a great deal [innocent] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hairy Posted May 22, 2012 Share Posted May 22, 2012 Frayed cap!! Must be getting rid of all their damaged goods. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gash Slugg Posted May 22, 2012 Share Posted May 22, 2012 Yes I don't get the adding the steeping grains to boiling water. weird, and I wont be doing it!. But my main disappoint with the recipe since the beer is described as hoppy, is that all the extra hops are dry hopped, isnt dry hopping just for aroma? I would of thought a 5-10 min boil would add hop flavour? My wife ordered the kit as a gift for me on Friday, and it turned up in Victoria Monday. but I'm debating how to do the hops... ideas? think a five min boil in the chocolate malt tea once strained might be the go?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 22, 2012 Author Share Posted May 22, 2012 with 50g in there I would also add 15g of each @ 10 mis and the rest dry hopped... wasnt aware of the price and does seem a little steep ([lol]) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gash Slugg Posted May 22, 2012 Share Posted May 22, 2012 this the instructions from the Coopers Web Site. Just seems wrong Method 1. Crack the grain and stir into 2 litres of hot water on the boil. 2. Remove from the heat, let steep for about 30mins then sit in cold water to cool. 3. In a fermenting vessel dissolve the Light Dry Malt with 2 litres of water. 4. Add the strained, cooled Chocolate Malt liquid, the English Bitter beer kit and Amber Malt and mix thoroughly. 5. Top up to 25 litres with cool water, mix and add the yeast. STEP 2: BREW Try to ferment at 18C to 21C. After a few days or fermentation, add the Fuggles and EKG hop pellets. Fermentation has finished once the specific gravity is stable over 2 days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gash Slugg Posted May 22, 2012 Share Posted May 22, 2012 oh and if your a member here it only costs $49.50, still pricey but with umm 'free post' factored in it isnt too bad, if you include the hat and bottle opener. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdamH1525226084 Posted May 22, 2012 Share Posted May 22, 2012 There's a few things to factor in I reckon. 1. I'm sure that the recipes are aimed at making the brewing process as easy as possible and with as little equipment as possible. Trying to maintain 70 degrees can be a bit of a pain. 2. I'm sure the recipe has been tested, both by the creator of the recipe and a guinea pig, so it must work OK. 3. If you are experienced with grains and hop additions I'm sure Coopers won't mind if you apply your knowledge to the recipe [joyful] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
***** Posted May 30, 2012 Share Posted May 30, 2012 Sorry I missed the sale. I have a preoccupation with the English Bitter kit at the minute; after sampling my EB Porter at one month I decided to make another, albeit less potent. This recipe is very close to what I was aiming at so I will trip off to the LHBS for my 4th straight EB can and put this one down. My yeast will be third generation rinsed S04 yeast, I hope. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdamH1525226084 Posted May 31, 2012 Share Posted May 31, 2012 Hey Nelson, which Porter recipe did you use? I'm planning on putting this one or this one (they're the same) down tomorrow with some additional EKG pellets 15g @ 3mins and 15g dry hopped. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
***** Posted May 31, 2012 Share Posted May 31, 2012 Hey Nelson' date=' which Porter recipe did you use? [/quote'] Hey Adam Here it is: 21 litres Coopers English Bitter 1 kg Light Dry Malt 300g Choc Malt (600) 250g Crystal Grain (120) 100g Roasted Barley 250g Dark Brown Sugar 14g S04 pitched at 21'C and fermented at 18'C OG 1.052 FG 1.016. Got the ingredients for Hop Gobbler today from LHBS, $38, planning on using Willamette instead of Fuggles with EKG. Will have to wait till Tuesday, due to my busy schedule, ESB will be 17 days in FV. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gash Slugg Posted May 31, 2012 Share Posted May 31, 2012 Bottling my Hop Gobbler tomorrow, can't friggin wait to taste it, I'll drinking the hydro tubes worth and the glass of waste when clearing the tap out before bottling :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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