Hey All,
I've been looking through a few threads, but still have a few questions. Basically I'm looking at making an extract Dark Belgian Ale using;
* Coopers Amber Malt (1.5L)
* Belgian Candi Rocks (500g)
* Belgain Candi Syrup (100mL)
* WB-06 yeast
* Hops to suit (suggestions very welcome)
(12 litre trail batch)
I'm really wanting a sweet ale with all the amazing aromas that should be coming from all the ingredients. (LHBS advised to toss in half a skinless banana for extra aroma as well)
My real questions are;
1. Does anyone have any thoughts on the above recipe?
2. Is is worth throwing 4x the money at Candi Rocks, when they seem to have the same flavour as raw sugar?
3. Is the syrup a flavour I would use in small quantities (as above) or do you really need to use it as a sugar? Is it also worth using this product or would someone substitute say, Golden Syrup or Treacle, again for almost 1/10th the price?
I'm not trying to be a tightwad, and if I need to spend the extra for a better result than it's not a problem, but if I can save money and get the same result, why not?
Any (and I really mean any) thoughts are really appreciated.
Piggy
I've been looking through a few threads, but still have a few questions. Basically I'm looking at making an extract Dark Belgian Ale using;
* Coopers Amber Malt (1.5L)
* Belgian Candi Rocks (500g)
* Belgain Candi Syrup (100mL)
* WB-06 yeast
* Hops to suit (suggestions very welcome)
(12 litre trail batch)
I'm really wanting a sweet ale with all the amazing aromas that should be coming from all the ingredients. (LHBS advised to toss in half a skinless banana for extra aroma as well)
My real questions are;
1. Does anyone have any thoughts on the above recipe?
2. Is is worth throwing 4x the money at Candi Rocks, when they seem to have the same flavour as raw sugar?
3. Is the syrup a flavour I would use in small quantities (as above) or do you really need to use it as a sugar? Is it also worth using this product or would someone substitute say, Golden Syrup or Treacle, again for almost 1/10th the price?
I'm not trying to be a tightwad, and if I need to spend the extra for a better result than it's not a problem, but if I can save money and get the same result, why not?
Any (and I really mean any) thoughts are really appreciated.
Piggy