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Big Kahuna

Like the North Sore in winter, This bad boy will crush you with it's awsome flavor and power!

Brewer: BBQ Bob Email: bbqbob@bobsbeerandbbq.com
URL: http://www.bobsbeerandbbq.com
Beer: Big Kahuna Style: Barley Wine
Type: Extract w/grain Size: 5.0 gallons
Color:
31 HCU (~16 SRM)
Bitterness: 120 IBU
OG: 1.122 FG: 1.028
Alcohol: 12.2% v/v (9.6% w/w)
Water: 2 T of gypsum
Grain: 3 lb. German Munich
1 lb. American crystal 40L
1 lb. Dextrine malt (Cara-Pils)
8 oz. Flaked wheat
Boil: 90 minutes SG 1.087 7.0 gallons
12 lb. Light malt extract
2 lb. Light dry malt extract
Irish Moss at 15 to go in the boil
Hops: 1.5 oz. Simcoe (10.5% AA, 60 min.)
1.5 oz. Chinook (12% AA, 40 min.)
2.0 oz. Cascade (6% AA, 30 min.)
1.0 oz. Cascade (6% AA, 3 min.)
1.0 oz. Chinook (12% AA, 3 min.)
.5 oz. Columbus (17.5% AA, 3 min.)
1.0 oz. Cascade (aroma)
1.5 oz. Chinook (aroma)
1.5 oz. Columbus (aroma)
Yeast: WLP001 California Ale Yeast
This yeast is famous for its clean flavors, balance and ability to be used in almost any style ale. It accentuates the hop flavors and is extremely versatile.
Attenuation: 73-80%
Flocculation: Medium
Optimum Fermentation Temperature: 68-73°F
Alcohol Tolerance: High

Recipe posted 10/24/06.