Saison Ale Recipe

This Saison Ale recipe is perfect for those looking to make a refreshing and spicy beer with strong citrus notes. Originally brewed as a summer beer in the French-speaking region of Belgium, Saison has become a beloved style among beer enthusiasts worldwide. With a relatively low bitterness and moderate ABV, this beer is easy to drink and pairs well with a variety of foods.

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Saison Ale

Originally brewed as a summer beer in the French-speaking region of Belgium, Saison is a refreshing, spicy ale with strong citrus notes.

Prep Time1 hour hr

Cook Time1 hour hr 10 minutes mins

TO FERMENT28 days d

Total Time28 days d 2 hours hrs 10 minutes mins

Course: Beer

Cuisine: Larger

Keyword: SAISON

Servings: 40 pints

Calories: 150kcal

Author: Dan Smullen

Equipment

• 1 Brew kettle
• 1 Mash tun
• 1 Fermenter (with airlock)
• 1 Immersion or counterflow wort chiller
• 1 Thermometer
• 1 Hydrometer
• 1 Long stirring spoon or paddle
• 1 Auto-siphon or racking cane
• 1 Tubing (food-grade)
• 1 Bottling bucket (optional)
• 1 Bottles or kegging system (with CO2 tank and regulator)

Ingredients

For the Mash – Liquor 12.3 Litres (21 1/2 Pints) – Mash Time 1 hr – Temperature 65°C (149°F)

• 7 lb Pilsner malt Quantity 3.57 kg
• 2 lb Munich malt Quantity 890 g
• 6 1/4 oz Wheat malt Quantity 180 g
• 4 3/4 oz Special B Quantity 135 g
• 4 3/4 oz Caramunich II Quantity 135 g

For the Boil – 27 Litres (47 1/2 Pints) – Boil Time 1 hr – 10 mins

• 1/2 oz (Hops) Magnum 11% When to add – At start of boil (IBU 16.4)
• 2/3 oz (Hops) Styrian Golding Celeia 5.5% When to add – At turn off (IBU 0.0)
• 1 tsp Protofloc Other – When to add – For last 15 mins of boil
• 7 oz Honey Other – When to add – For last 5 mins of boil

To Ferment – 24°C (75°F) – Conditioning 4 weeks at 12°C (54°F)

• 1 Wyeast 3724 Belgian Saison yeast

Instructions

Mash:

• Heat 12.3 liters (21 1/2 pints) of liquor to 65°C (149°F).
• Add Pilsner malt, Munich malt, Wheat malt, Special B, and Caramunich II to the liquor.
• Mix the grains and liquor thoroughly, making sure there are no dry clumps.
• Leave the mash to rest for 1 hour.
• After an hour, drain the wort from the grains and sparge (rinse) with 27 liters (47 1/2 pints) of hot water. Collect the wort in the boiling pot.

Boil:

• Bring the wort to a boil and add Magnum hops at the start of the boil. Boil for 1 hour.
• With 10 minutes left in the boil, add Protofloc.
• With 5 minutes left in the boil, add Styrian Golding Celeia hops and honey.
• After 1 hour and 10 minutes of boiling, turn off the heat.

Fermentation:

• Cool the wort as quickly as possible to 24°C (75°F).
• Pour the cooled wort into a sterilized fermenter.
• Add Belgian Saison yeast to the fermenter.
• Close the fermenter and place an airlock.
• Leave the beer to ferment at a temperature of 24°C (75°F) for 2 weeks.
• After 2 weeks, transfer the beer to another container, such as a keg or a secondary fermenter, and condition the beer at 12°C (54°F) for 4 weeks.
• After 4 weeks, your Saison Ale should be ready to drink.

Flavorful and Refreshing Saison Ale Recipe

Looking for a beer recipe that is both flavorful and refreshing? Then this Saison Ale recipe is definitely worth a try! Brewed with a combination of Pilsner malt, Munich malt, Wheat malt, Special B, and Caramunich II, this beer has a complex malt profile that provides a solid base for the spicy and citrusy hops. The addition of honey in the final minutes of the boil adds a subtle sweetness to the beer, making it incredibly drinkable.

Perfect for Summer

Originally brewed as a summer beer in the French-speaking region of Belgium, Saison Ale is a perfect choice for warm weather. With a relatively low bitterness and moderate ABV, this beer is easy to drink and pairs well with a variety of foods. Whether you’re hosting a backyard BBQ or simply looking for a refreshing drink on a hot day, this Saison Ale recipe is sure to hit the spot.

Unique Flavor Profile

Fermented with Belgian Saison yeast, this beer has a unique and complex flavor profile that sets it apart from other beer styles. The yeast imparts spicy and peppery notes that complement the citrusy hops and malt flavors, resulting in a beer that is both interesting and enjoyable to drink. If you’re looking for a beer recipe that offers something a little different, then give this Saison Ale a try!

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