#17SEPTEMBER 2008
ZEITGEIST Download BeerXML
THIS BEER IS
Zeitgeist is an idiosyncratic alternative black lager. Its inspiration is found more than 200 years ago. Zeitgeist takes an age old classic, a forgotten masterpiece, and gives it relevance and an avant-garde edge.
BASICS
| VOLUME | 20L | 5.3gal |
| BOIL VOLUME | 25L | 6.6gal |
| ABV | 4.9% | |
| Target FG | 1010.0 | |
| Target OG | 1047.5 | |
| EBC | 120.0 | |
| SRM | 60.0 | |
| PH | 4.3 | |
| ATTENUATION LEVEL | 78.95% |
METHOD/TIMINGS
MASH TEMP
| 65°C | 149°F | 90mins |
FERMENTATION
| 15°C | 59°F |
INGREDIENTS
MALT
| Organic Lager | 1.13kg | 2.5lbs |
| Organic Caramalt | 0.28kg | 0.6lbs |
| Organic Munich | 2.70kg | 6.0lbs |
| Organic Chocolate | 0.23kg | 0.5lbs |
HOPS
| (g) | Add | Attribute | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cascade | 27.2g | Start | Bitter |
| Cascade | 27.2g | End | Flavour |
YEAST
- Saflager S189
FOOD Pairing
- Spicy cajun fried chicken
- Pork dumplings with rich soy sauce
- Cinnamon carrot cake with creamy cheese frosting
BREWER'S TIP
Inspect the colour of the wort during boiling. If it is not quite dark enough, extend the boil by 10 - 15 mins and check again. The wort will darken during the boiling process.