Amylase Enzyme1Other0.002464FALSEFermentationEnhances fermentation and lowers final gravity by breaking down complex starches. Produces light bodied, high alcohol beers. Add when pitching yeast.0.50 tsp0.00 tsp3.0 days5.00 galAnise, Star1Spice0.073934FALSELicorice flavorStar Anise spice adds a strong black licorice flavor to holiday and specialty beers. Boil for 30 minutes to extract flavor.2.50 oz0.00 oz30.0 min5.00 galApple Extract1Flavor0.192229FALSEFruit BeerApple flavor extract. Mix into beer just before bottling. Adds Apple flavor to light ales and wheat beers. Use low hop rate to allow sweet flavor through.6.50 oz0.00 oz5.0 min5.00 galApricot Extract1Flavor0.192229FALSEFruit BeerApricot flavor extract. Mix into beer just before bottling. Adds apricot flavor to light ales and wheat beers. Use low hop rate to allow sweet flavor through.6.50 oz0.00 oz5.0 min5.00 galAscorbic Acid1Other0.029574FALSEPreservativeThis is Vitimin C. Adding at bottling time to wine and soda as a preservative. Not recommended for beer due to the off flavors it might add.1.00 oz0.00 oz5.0 min5.00 galBlack Cherry Extract1Flavor0.133082FALSEFruit BeerBlack Cherry extract flavoring. Mix into beer at bottling to add Black Cherry flavor to light ales and wheat beers. Use low hop rate to allow sweet flavor through.4.50 oz0.00 oz5.0 min5.00 galBlack Currant Extract1Flavor0.133082FALSEFruit BeerBlack Currant extract flavoring. Mix into beer at bottling to add Black Currant flavor to light ales and wheat beers. Use low hop rate to allow sweet flavor through.4.50 oz0.00 oz5.0 min5.00 galBlackberry Extract1Flavor0.133082FALSEFruit BeerBlackberry extract flavoring. Mix into beer at bottling to add berry flavor to light ales and wheat beers. Use low hop rate to allow sweet flavor through.4.50 oz0.00 oz5.0 min5.00 galBlueberry Extract1Flavor0.133082FALSEFruit BeerBlueberry extract flavoring. Mix into beer at bottling to add Blueberry flavor to light ales and wheat beers. Use low hop rate to allow sweet flavor through.4.50 oz0.00 oz5.0 min5.00 galBottle Caps1Other52.000000TRUEBottlesUseful for bottling -- keep your inventory here.52.00 items0.00 items1.0 min5.00 galBurton Water Salts1Water Agent0.014787FALSEWater AgentAlso known as brewing salts, it is a mixture of Gypsum, Potassium Chloride and Epsom Salt. Used to harden water.0.50 oz0.00 oz60.0 min5.00 galCalcium Carbonate1Water Agent0.005000TRUEWater AgentIncreases PH. Use 5/8 teaspoon per gallon to lower acidity .15%. Use before fermentation. Do not reduce acid more than .30%. (1 tsp. adds 40 ppm Ca and 60 ppm CO3.5.00 gm0.00 gm60.0 min5.00 galCalcium Chloride1Water Agent0.005000TRUEWater AgentAlters water profile and pH of mash. Use the BeerSmith Water Profile tool to determine amount to add.5.00 gm0.00 gm60.0 min5.00 galCardamom Seed1Spice0.022180FALSECardamom is a perennial herb that is part of the ginger family.
0.75 oz0.00 oz5.0 min5.00 galCherry Extract1Flavor0.103508FALSEFruit BeerCherry extract flavoring. Mix into beer at bottling to add cherry flavor to light ales and wheat beers. Use low hop rate to allow sweet flavor through.3.50 oz0.00 oz5.0 min5.00 galCinnamon Stick1Spice0.002957FALSEHoliday BeerUsed to add cinnamon flavor to holiday beers. Goes well with ginger, honey and orange flavors. Add one stick 5 minutes from the end of the boil.0.10 oz0.00 oz5.0 min5.00 galClearfine1Fining0.007393FALSEClarityCommercial blend of animal collagen and polysaccarides that helps rapidly precipitate yeast and tannins. Mix with 2 oz cold water and add after fermentation has completed.0.25 oz0.00 oz1.0 days5.00 galCocoa Powder1Spice0.029574FALSEGhiradelli. Use 1 oz. (1/4 cup) per five gallons of beer. Dissolve with hot water and add at bottling.
1.00 oz0.00 oz5.0 min5.00 galCoriander Seed1Spice0.022180FALSEBelgian WitUsed in Belgian Wit, Whites, and Holiday ales. Very good when used in light wheat ales. Often used with Bitter Orange Peel.0.75 oz0.00 oz5.0 min5.00 galCranberry Extract1Flavor0.103508FALSEFruit BeerCranberry flavor extract. Add to beer just before bottling. Adds distinctive cranberry flavor to light ales and wheat beers. Use low hop rate to allow sweet flavor through.3.50 oz0.00 oz5.0 min5.00 galElderberries1Herb0.236590FALSEThese small dark berries enhance both flavor and color.
8.00 oz0.00 oz12.0 min5.00 galElderflowers1Herb0.059147FALSE2.00 oz0.00 oz12.0 min5.00 galEpsom Salt (MgSO4)1Water Agent0.005000TRUEWater AgentWater agent used to modify water profile. Use the BeerSmith Water Profile tool to determine amount to add.5.00 gm0.00 gm60.0 min5.00 galFive Star 5.2 pH Stabilizer1Water Agent0.014787FALSEWater Agent5.2 is a propriety blend of food-grade phosphate buffers (similar to brewer's salts) that will lock in your mash and kettle water at a pH of 5.2 regardless of the starting pH of your water.
Use approximately 1 Table spoon (15 ml) per 5 gallons of bre1.00 tbsp0.00 tbsp60.0 min5.00 galFoam Control (Defoamer 105)1Other0.001232FALSEDefoamer 105 from Five Star Chemicals is often used by professional brewers to reduce foaming in the kettle or fermenter. Contains 10% Silicone.
Use at a rate of up to 2 drops per gallon, or 1 oz for a 7 barrel system. Do not exceed this dosage to stay0.25 tsp0.00 tsp1.0 days5.00 galGelatin1Fining0.002464FALSEClarityClear, unflavored gelatin can be purchased from your grocer. Aids in settling yeast. Prepare in 1 pint of water by heating gently until dissolved. Add before bottling. Do not boil.0.50 tsp0.00 tsp5.0 hours5.00 galGinger Root1Herb0.029574FALSEHoliday BeerAdds distinctive ginger flavor for Ginger Ales, Holiday Beers. Fresh grated ginger root from the grocer is best. As little as 1/2 ounce per 5 gallons is noticable, but up to 4 oz can be used for ginger ales.1.00 oz0.00 oz12.0 min5.00 galGrains of Paradise1Spice0.002000TRUESpiced BeerAlso called Paradise Seeds or Seeds of Paradise. Native to west Africa. Pepper zing with citrus notes, pine aroma.2.00 gm0.00 gm5.0 min5.00 galGypsum (Calcium Sulfate)1Water Agent0.010000TRUEWater AgentReduces PH of water for mashing and sparging. Alters water profile -- used to harden soft water. Use the BeerSmith Water Profile tool to determine amount to add.10.00 gm0.00 gm60.0 min5.00 galHazlenut1Flavor0.022180FALSE0.75 oz0.00 oz5.0 min5.00 galHeading Liquid or Powder1Other0.002464FALSEHead RetentionAids head formation and retention. Mix into beer before bottling.0.50 tsp0.00 tsp5.0 min5.00 galHeather Tips1Herb0.029574FALSEScottish FraochImparts a pleasant aroma and smooth bitterness to beer.
1.00 oz0.00 oz12.0 min5.00 galIrish Moss1Fining0.001232FALSEClarityFining agent that aids in the post-boil protein break. Reduces protein chill haze and improves beer clarity.0.25 tsp0.00 tsp10.0 min5.00 galIsinglass (Liquid)1Fining0.014787FALSEClarityKeep liquid form refrigerated. Isinglass is widely used by commercial brewers to aid clarity, but is not as popular for home brewers due to stability. Aids in settling proteins, tannins and yeast.3.00 tsp0.00 tsp7.0 days5.00 galJuniper Berries1Herb0.029574FALSEUsually known as the principal flavoring in gin, it is also used to flavor beer and other beverages. Native Americans have utilized juniper for its healing powers and to relieve arthritis.
1.00 oz0.00 oz12.0 min5.00 galLactic Acid1Water Agent0.004929FALSEMash pHUsed to lower the pH of the mash without altering the water profile. Lower pH mashes generally improves head retention, increases extraction rate.1.00 tsp0.00 tsp60.0 min5.00 galLemon Grass1Herb0.029574FALSELemongrass can be used as a flavoring in beer and mead.
1.00 oz0.00 oz12.0 min5.00 galLemon Peel1Spice0.029574FALSE1.00 oz0.00 oz12.0 min5.00 galLemon Verbena1Herb0.029574FALSEUse to add a lemony taste in beer. Add at the end of the boil.
1.00 oz0.00 oz12.0 min5.00 galMalto-Dextrine1Other0.177442FALSEAdds BodyMalt bases sugar that is less than 5% fermentable. Increases the body and mouth-feel of the beer and adds slight sweetness.6.00 oz0.00 oz5.0 min5.00 galMaltoferm1Other0.002464FALSEColorThis is the magical stuff that Shiner uses to make a Blonde into a Bock. Our customers swear by it. Made from malt, it has a lovibond of 7000! Tastes similar to black patent and 1.75 oz. is enough to turn a basic recipe into an American style Bock. 0.50 tsp0.00 tsp5.0 min5.00 galMandarin Orange Extract1Flavor0.103508FALSEFruit BeerMandarin Orange flavor extract. Add to beer just before bottling. Adds distinctive Mandarin Orange flavor to light ales and wheat beers. Use low hop rate to allow sweet flavor through.3.50 oz0.00 oz5.0 min5.00 galMugwort1Herb0.029574FALSETraditionally used in mugs of beer before the popularity of hops.
1.00 oz0.00 oz12.0 min5.00 galOak Chips1Flavor0.118295FALSEOak FlavorCan be added to the secondary or keg during aging to simulate oak flavor. Boil first to sterilize and place in weighted bag so they do not float. Amounts vary with chip size and time - smaller chips impart more flavor.4.00 oz0.00 oz7.0 days5.00 galOak Essence (Liquid)1Flavor0.059147FALSEOak FlavorAdds Oak Aged flavor to English Ales, IPAs. Mix in prior to bottling. Amouts vary with concentration, so check label or add to taste.2.00 oz0.00 oz5.0 min5.00 galOrange Peel, Bitter1Spice0.022180FALSEBelgian WitMade from the Curaco Orange Peel, peels are green-gray in color. Used to add a distinctive flavor to Belgian Wits and White beers.0.75 oz0.00 oz5.0 min5.00 galOrange Peel, Sweet1Spice0.022180FALSEHoliday BeersAdds a Conitreau or Grand Marnier flavor to your beer. Used primarily in Belgian Strong Ale and Holiday Ales to add a sweet orange flavor and aroma.0.75 oz0.00 oz5.0 min5.00 galPapain1Fining0.000500TRUEChill HazeAn enzyme extracted from papaya. Helps reduce protein chill haze. Add 0.5 gram at end of secondary fermentation, allow several days for it to work. Available from herb and spice shops.0.50 gm0.00 gm4.0 days5.00 galPeach Extract1Flavor0.103508FALSEFruit BeerPeach flavor extract. Add to beer just before bottling. Adds distinctive Peach flavor to light ales and wheat beers. Use low hop rate to allow sweet flavor through.3.50 oz0.00 oz5.0 min5.00 galPhosphoric Acid1Water Agent0.118295FALSEMash pH4 fluid oz. of 10% Solution of phosphoric acid.
4.00 oz0.00 oz60.0 min5.00 galPolyclar1Fining0.007393FALSEChill HazePlastic powder that reduces chill haze by removing tannins and proteins. Add to secondary after yeast has settled. Amounts vary by manufacturer -- check instructions before adding. Do not boil.0.25 oz0.00 oz1.0 days5.00 galRaspberry Extract1Flavor0.192229FALSEFruit BeerRaspberry extract flavoring. Mix into beer at bottling to add berry flavor to light ales and wheat beers. Use low hop rate to allow sweet flavor through.6.50 oz0.00 oz5.0 min5.00 galRose Hips1Herb0.088721FALSEUsed in wines, teas, specialty beer and confections, rose hips are a versatile fruit/herb. Rich in vitamin C, the rose hip shells with the seeds removed are the best type to use for wines as the seeds can add undesirable tannins.
3.00 oz0.00 oz12.0 min5.00 galSarsaparilla1Spice0.059147FALSEThis herb takes its name from the Spanish "sarza" meaning a bramble, and "parilla", a vine. It is a misconception that sasaparilla is the primary flavoring of the beverage bearing its name. Refreshing sasparilla is made from a base to which as been added2.00 oz0.00 oz60.0 min5.00 galSassafras Root Bark1Spice0.029574FALSERoot Beer FlavorBark is safe (do not use the tree or root - they may be toxic!). This is the original source of the flavor for root beer, and adds a great root beer flavor.1.00 oz0.00 oz60.0 min5.00 galSpruce Extract1Flavor0.004929FALSESpruce BeerSpruce essence generates the flavor and smell of fresh spruce pine needles. Add in small increments and taste as it can be a rather strong flavoring.1.00 tsp0.00 tsp5.0 min5.00 galStrawberry Extract1Flavor0.192229FALSEFruit BeerStrawberry flavor extract. Mix into beer just before bottling. Adds Strawberry flavor to light ales and wheat beers. Use low hop rate to allow sweet flavor through.6.50 oz0.00 oz5.0 min5.00 galSweet Gale1Spice0.001000TRUEHoliday BeersVery strong, fragrant shrub. Great spice, though relatively unknown. Aroma used in soups, stews, and candles. Well suited for holiday beers. Use sparingly -- the aroma and flavor are VERY strong.1.00 gm0.00 gm10.0 min5.00 galVanilla Bean1Spice7.570867FALSE2.00 gal0.00 gal7.0 days5.00 galVanilla Extract1Flavor0.029574FALSEVanilla extract flavoring. Mix into beer at bottling to add Vanilla flavor to light ales and wheat beers. Use low hop rate to allow sweet flavor through.1.00 oz0.00 oz5.0 min5.00 galWhirlfloc Tablet1Fining1.000000TRUEClarityAids in clearing yeast and chill haze. Easy to use tablet form.1.00 items0.00 items15.0 min5.00 galWintergreen1Herb0.029574FALSEUsed in tea and in homemade root beer.
1.00 oz0.00 oz12.0 min5.00 galWoodruff1Herb0.029574FALSEWoodruff was one of the essential garlands hung in midieval European churches in preparation for the holidays. The distinctive scebt if fresh-cut hay and vanilla gives an exhilarating flavor to wines, punches and beer. Woodruff is considered by the FDA t1.00 oz0.00 oz12.0 min5.00 galWormwood1Herb0.007393FALSEBitteringPrincipal ingredient in the legendary liqueur Absinthe, wormwood use dates back to before 1600 BC. While used historically as a beverage ingredient, the FDA advises against its use due to the substance thujone, which is neurotoxic. Though wormwood is sti0.25 oz0.00 oz12.0 min5.00 galYeast Energizer1Other0.001232FALSEFermentationA mixture of Di-Ammonium Phosphate, yeast hulls, vitamins, and other nutrients. For slow or stuck fermentations, use 1/4 teaspoon per gallon.0.25 tsp0.00 tsp3.0 days1.00 galYeast Nutrient1Other0.004929FALSEFermentationGives yeast nutrients for healthy fermentation. Not needed for most beers, but good for those with a high percentage of adjuncts. Add before yeast.1.00 tsp0.00 tsp3.0 days5.00 galYeast Nutrient (BrewVint)1Other1.000000TRUEFermentationBrewVint brand Yeast Fuel is one of the finest all-natural yeast nutrient blends available. It is an AHS exclusive, and does not contain processed nutrient salts. Its powder form is easily utilized by yeast.
Dosage: Use one vial per 5 gallon batch add1.00 items0.00 items10.0 min5.00 galYeast Nutrient (Servomyces)1Other1.000000TRUEFermentationAdd 1 capsule 10 minutes prior to the end of the boil. OR, If your fermentation does not require a boil, open the capsule and pour in the Servomyces, since the capsule requires boiling to melt.1.00 items0.00 items10.0 min5.00 galYeast Nutrient (WYeast)1Other0.002464FALSEFermentationA blend of vitamins, minerals, amino acids, nitrogen compounds, zinc, and other elements benefical for fermentation. Use 1/2 tsp. per five gallons, last 15 min of boil.0.50 tsp0.00 tsp15.0 min5.00 gal