Dave's Fave

After over twenty batches, this is my favorite.
The Cascade hops is clearly evident in this brew,
which is reminiscent of a Sierra Nevada pale ale.
I love this beer!

Brewer:	David Parker		Email:	dparker@ccsi.com
URL:	http://www.ccsi.com/~dparker
Beer:	Dave's Fave		Style:	American Pale Ale
Type:	Extract w/grain		Size:	5 gallons
Color:	14 HCU (~9 SRM)		Bitterness:	26 IBU
OG:	1.053		FG:	1.018
Alcohol:	4.5% v/v (3.6% w/w)
Water:	I used tap water (I live in Austin, TX. The source is surface water from area reservoirs.) I did not add any salts.
Grain:	8 oz. British crystal 50-60L
Steep:	The crystal malt was steeped for 30 minutes at 155 F.
Boil:	60 minutes	SG 1.106	2.5 gallons
	7 lb. Light malt extract
	Irish moss is optional, IMHO. I used one teaspoon the last 10 minutes and got a good clear beer.
Hops:	1.5 oz. Cascade (6% AA, 60 min.) .75 oz. Cascade (6% AA, 15 min.) .75 oz. Cascade (aroma)
Yeast:	I used Nottingham dry ale yeast, but Wyeast 1056 would probably produce an even better beer.
Log:	Primary for 1 week; secondary 1 week.
Carbonation:	Primed with 3/4 cups corn sugar and bottle conditioned two weeks prior to drinking.
Tasting:	Eminently drinkable with a great aroma; the taste is tangy and aftertaste refreshing.

Recipe posted 03/24/99.