Basic Porter

I haven't made this one yet. I would love to hear what people thought of it.

Brewer:	Nic Templeton		Email:	ntempleton@iname.com
Beer:	Basic Porter		Style:	Robust Porter
Type:	Extract w/grain		Size:	5 gallons
Color:	46 HCU (~20 SRM)		Bitterness:	26 IBU
OG:	1.063		FG:	1.010
Alcohol:	6.8% v/v (5.3% w/w)
Grain:	8 oz. American crystal 90L 4 oz. American black patent 4 oz. Flaked barley
Steep:	Throw grains into steeping bag(s) and toss into the brew pot with 2 gallons of water. Bring water to 160-170°. Hold for 15-20 minutes. (Ofcourse, if this doesn't fit your steeping ideas, use whatever technique you prefer.)
Boil:	60 minutes	SG 1.157	2 gallons
	7 lb. Light malt extract 1 lb. Brown sugar
	I usually add a cup or so of malt dextrine to my porter/stouts. I like a little extra head, and it doesn't seem to effect flavor.
Hops:	1 oz. Eroica (12% AA, 60 min.) 1 oz. Cascade (6% AA, 30 min.) 1 oz. Cascade (6% AA, 15 min.)
Log:	I'll be making this sometime this week.
Carbonation:	2.0 volumes	Dried Malt Extract: 5.40 oz. for 5 gallons @ 70°F

Recipe posted 03/29/00.