ExpatSthAussie Posted May 8, 2013 Share Posted May 8, 2013 I kicked off a thread not so long ago regarding some beers from Gage Road Brewery in WA. I have since taken a great liking to a the Convict and I would like to emulate a similar brew. At this stage I would be looking at maybe an extract recipe. My friends at LHBS are stumped... they're having trouble with the 6 different malts. Info on the label as follows -[ninja] 100% Aus Hops 100% Aus Malt Malt - Ale,Amber,Wheat,Vienna,Crystal,Roast. Kettle Hops - Topaz,Summer,Stella,Galaxy Dry Hops - Summer, Stella, Galaxy. IBUs 80 EBC 20 ABV 7.2[devil] I would love to put something together on this and trial a batch. Thanks, AdamN. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hairy Posted May 8, 2013 Share Posted May 8, 2013 Are you able to do a partial mash? This would help get the correct malt profile. Otherwise you will struggle to get there with extract. You can still make a nice similar beer though. Briess liquid Munich malt might be a nice extract to add to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExpatSthAussie Posted May 8, 2013 Author Share Posted May 8, 2013 Fill me in Hairy, 'Partial Mash' is Greek to me... I'll have a go if possible, I can see what your doing here[ninja] ... shed extension & life work balance changes ahead.[crying] . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hairy Posted May 9, 2013 Share Posted May 9, 2013 A partial mash is a brew where you get part of your fermentables from malt extract and part from mashing grains (a base malt). Instead of all grain it is like a half grain brew. I really can't help too much with this brew. I have tried the Convict and quite enjoyed it, but too many beers have passed under the bridge since then and I can't recall the specifics. It would be pure speculation on the quantities of malt and the timing and quantities of hops. Perhaps you could have a go at designing your own recipe and post it up. It is easier to give feedback on a draft recipe. shed extension & life work balance changes ahead Work/Life balance may change but partial mash or grain brewing doesn't have to take up space. You can do it on your stove in the kitchen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveH21 Posted May 9, 2013 Share Posted May 9, 2013 You might try writing/emailing them and ask. Sometimes you can be surprised how open they can be about it. There's a 50/50 chance they'll be flattered and they might share it with you. Or at least give you a hint. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExpatSthAussie Posted May 9, 2013 Author Share Posted May 9, 2013 Thanks Dave, That was my next step. The boys at LHBS were also leaning towards contacting the brewery and pleading on hands & knees. They even tried AHB forum and drew a big fat 0. Cheers, it was worth a try... I'll let you know if I get a response.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExpatSthAussie Posted May 9, 2013 Author Share Posted May 9, 2013 Just to update, The marketing manager at Gage Roads was only to pleased to help me. Apparently the Head Brewer[rightful] is on leave till next week, on his return he will put something together for me/us..[happy] [biggrin] [biggrin] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveH21 Posted May 9, 2013 Share Posted May 9, 2013 Great to hear mate ! I thought there was a fair chance - professional or amateurs, we are all brewing brothers after all [lol] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Khellendros13 Posted May 20, 2013 Share Posted May 20, 2013 Can you ask about the Pumpkin Ale while you are at it? I tried that last night and it is pretty nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExpatSthAussie Posted May 31, 2013 Author Share Posted May 31, 2013 Just got word back from GR, I have recipes for the Convict [biggrin] Full Mash & Partial Mash. Not to sure how to upload it without having to re type the lot[pinched], apparently they should be posting it on their FB page today. Cheers.AdamN. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muddy Waters Posted May 31, 2013 Share Posted May 31, 2013 Can't you just copy and paste it Adam? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExpatSthAussie Posted May 31, 2013 Author Share Posted May 31, 2013 Tried Muddy, No Go.[annoyed] If GR don't post it on FB, I'll send out a flock of carrier pigeons..! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hairy Posted May 31, 2013 Share Posted May 31, 2013 Just suck it up and type it out. Take one for the team [rightful] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhilboBaggins Posted May 31, 2013 Share Posted May 31, 2013 Too bad you're Expat. I'd help you mash one no worries. [cool] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Khellendros13 Posted May 31, 2013 Share Posted May 31, 2013 How did they send you the recipe? Can you screenshot and just link us to the images? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExpatSthAussie Posted June 3, 2013 Author Share Posted June 3, 2013 Convict LME Australian Strong Ale Batch Size (L): 15.0 Total Grain (Kg): 3.188 Total Hops (g): 131.30 Original Gravity (OG): 1.074 Final Gravity (FG): 1.019 Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 7.27% Colour (SRM): 19.7 (EBC):38.8 Bitterness (IBU): 66.1 (Average) Brewhouse efficiency(%): 70 Boil Time (Minutes): 90 Grain Bill 2.813 kg Dry Malt Extract - Dark (88.24%) 0.375 kg Caramunich III (11.76%) Hop Bill 10.5g Topaz Pellet (16.2% Alpha) @ 90 mins (Boil) (0.7 g/L) 6.8g Stella Pellet (14.2% Alpha)@ 30 mins (Boil) (0.5 g/L) 15.0g Summer Pellet (5.8%) Alpha)@ 30 mins (Boil) (1 g/L) 36.0g Galaxy Pellet (13.4% Alpha)@ 1 mins (Boil) (2.4 g/L) 18.0g Stella Pellet (14.2% Alpha)@ 1 mins (Boil) (1.2 g/L) 45.0 Summer Pellet (5.8%) Alpha)@ 1 mins (Boil) (3 g/L) Misc Bill 0.5 Whirlfloc Tablet @ 0 Minutes (Boil) Single step infusion at 65 deg C for 30 Minutes. Fermented at 24 deg C. Edit - No yeast listed, the AG Recipie listed WLP001 - California Ale. Well enough typing for now..thats the Partial Mash. AG Recipe Next.[roll] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExpatSthAussie Posted June 4, 2013 Author Share Posted June 4, 2013 Convict HB Australian Strong Ale Batch size (L) 15.0 Total Grain (kg) 4.440 Total Hops (g) 131.25 Original Gravity (OG) 1.073 Alcohol by Volume (ABV) 7.17 Colour (SRM) 19.3 (EBC) 38.0 Bitterness (IBU) 65.9 (Ave) Brewhouse Efficiency (%) 80 Boil Time (Min) 90 Grain Bill 2.400kg Pale Malt (54.05%) 0.550kg Caramunich III (12.93%) 0.520kg Munich I (11.71%) 0.300kg Vienna (6.76%) 0.200kg Flaked Wheat (4.5%) 0.200kg Wheat Malt (4.5%) 0.120kg Munich II (2.7kg) 0.100kg Amber Malt (2.25kg) 0.050kg Roasted Barley (1.13%) Hop Bill 10.5g Topaz Pellet (15.6% Alpha) @ 90 Min (Boil) (0.7 g/l) 6.8g Stella " " (14.2% Alpha) @ 30 min (Boil) (0.4 g/l) 15.0g Summer " " (5.8% Alpha) @ 30 Min (Boil) (1 g/l) 36.0g Galaxy " " (14.2% Alpha) @ 1 Min (Boil) (2.4 g/l) 18.0g Stella " " (14.2% Alpha) @ 1 Min (Boil) (1.2 g/l) 45.0g Summer Pellet (5.8% Alpha) @ 1 Min (Boil) (3 g/l) Misc Bill 8.0g Gypsum (Calcium Sulfate) @ 10 min (Mash) 0.5g Whirlfloc Tablet @ 10 Min (Boil) Single step infusion @ 70deg C for 30 min Fermented @ 24deg C with WLP001 - California Ale. AG recipe for my fellow brewing legends...Enjoy.[biggrin] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hairy Posted June 4, 2013 Share Posted June 4, 2013 Thanks for posting that Adam. That is pretty nice of Gage Roads to give out the recipe to all and sundry. I really enjoyed this batch of theirs so I will add to my ever expanding list of brews to make. Mash temp of 70 degrees seems pretty high for a beer of 7.17% alcohol but I guess it looks like it finishes at around 1020 so it may be right. Are you having a crack at the extract with grains? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExpatSthAussie Posted June 4, 2013 Author Share Posted June 4, 2013 No worries Hairy, it was a good exercise for me to analize the recipes...times, ingredients, temps etc. Yes mate I do intend on having a go at the extract, I've been invited to a local Brew club meeting with a couple of local legends.. (Brown Dog) to help me out with set up and process etc. I'll let you know how I get on. Eager to hear how anyone goes with this one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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