Strong Bitter

[BigEd]

A nice ale for those cooler nights of autumn.

23 Litres transposed from 10 US Gallons

5 Kg pale malt
275g Biscuit malt
425g Crystal 55L
275g Carafoam

35g Challenger @ 60 minutes
35g WGV @ 30 minutes
17g WGV @ 5 minutes

Mash 60 minutes @ 67C

WhiteLabs WLP028 Edinburgh Ale yeast

[mysterio]

I think carafoam is just another proprietary name for carapils, isn't it?

Nice recipe Ed, especially the yeast

[BigEd]

Never tried biscuit malt and always wanted to as it sounds so nice
Never heard of CARAFOAM, is it supposed to aid head formation and retention?

CaraFoam is Weyermann's version of a dextrine malt or CaraPils. I think it adds a nice texture to the body and it does help with foam stability/head retention. Biscuit malt is so very tasty and aromatic. I tossed it in this recipe at the last minute and definitely liked the results.

[BigEd]

Nice recipe Ed, especially the yeast

Thanks, mysterio. I tried the Edinburgh yeast at the recommendation of my brew shop owner. It is a terrific strain and makes a wonderful ESB.