BrettM7 Posted May 29, 2011 Share Posted May 29, 2011 Hey guys. I'm a newcomer to the homebrew scene, and I've got a question about the liquid malt extract cans. Can they be used instead of dextrose/DME when brewing with the standard kits, (eg Real Ale kit). I want to know if that's what they can be used for so that I can experiment with making amber ales and dark lagers from the standard cans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted May 29, 2011 Share Posted May 29, 2011 yes you can and it will be better than just dextrose. If you use a lot of it though you might want to look at boiling some hops with it for bitterness as it could make the beer a bit sweet. Might be a good idea to follow a recipe to start with if your a newcomer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hairy Posted May 30, 2011 Share Posted May 30, 2011 Brett, If your recipe suggests using Dry Malt then you can replace this with liquid malt. They are the same thing only in different form (ie. dry vs liquid). I believe the liquid malt is 20% water so you will have to convert this for your recipe. 1.5kg Liquid Malt = 1.2kg Dry Malt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 30, 2011 Share Posted May 30, 2011 The conversion is: 1 DME = 1.25 LME (DME * 25%)+DME = LME (LME * 20%)-LME = DME Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hairy Posted May 30, 2011 Share Posted May 30, 2011 Thanks Bill. I should have added a formula/equation to my post. I find it easier to either multiply or divide by 0.80, depending on which way I am converting. Although I only find it easier when I have a calculator handy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 30, 2011 Share Posted May 30, 2011 Another way is: (DME * .25)+DME = LME or LME - (LME * .2) = DME [biggrin] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hairy Posted May 30, 2011 Share Posted May 30, 2011 I'll still need a calculator either way [biggrin] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrettM7 Posted May 31, 2011 Author Share Posted May 31, 2011 Thanks for the replies guys, can't wait to experiment with the different malts once my first brew's done. Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeonardC2 Posted June 3, 2011 Share Posted June 3, 2011 Here's a thought. Take an OS lager can,add a can of the wheat malt. Then add some Cascade & Kent Golding hops,with some orange & lemon zest. Then a small amount of crushed Indian coriander. You'd get something real close to a Belgian white ale. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muddy Waters Posted June 3, 2011 Share Posted June 3, 2011 I think coriander seed would be more appropriate than the plant matter - They both give totally different flavours. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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