Oatmeal Stout Beer Brewing Kit GrainRICH Chocolate DARK ARMOA COLOR - Brew USA

Grain Bill Proportions (based on a 2-gallon batch)

• Malted Barley (Base Malt): ~50–60%

  • Amount 16oz
  • This will provide the majority of fermentable sugars and enzyme action.

• Raw Oats (Adjunct for Creaminess): ~20%

  • Amount: 6 oz
  • Oats will contribute smoothness and mouthfeel.

• Malted Chocolate Wheat (For Roasted, Chocolate Flavors): ~5–10%

  • Amount: 2 oz
  • Adds depth, color, and a light chocolate flavor to your brew.

• Cracked Corn (To Lighten the Body and Add Sweetness): ~10–20%

• Amount: 5 oz
• The corn adds sweetness and helps lighten the beer's body.

Ingredients:

• Malted Barley (Base Malt): 
• Raw Oats: 
• Malted Chocolate Wheat:
• Cracked Corn:
• Hops (Golden Organic Hop Flakes):
• Yeast (English High Proof Ale Yeast):

Step-by-Step Brewing Process

1. Mill grains and Prepare Prepare Your Mash

• Step 1: Heat 2 gallons of water in your brew kettle to 150–156°F (65–69°C).
• Step 2: Once the water is at the right temperature, add all your grains (malted barley, oats, chocolate wheat, and cracked corn) into the kettle.
• Step 3: Stir well to combine the grains evenly in the water. This is your mash.
• Step 4: Maintain the mash at 150–156°F (65–69°C) for 60 minutes. Stir occasionally to ensure uniform temperature and consistency.
  • During this time, enzymes will break down starches into fermentable sugars.
• Step 5: After 60 minutes, the mash is ready for the next step. If you're sparging, you can rinse the grains with an additional 1 gallon of water at 170°F (77°C) to extract more sugars. This step is optional but can improve yield and gravity.
• NOTE: The corn is harder to mill, so we did a rough mill for you. The other grains can be milled in a blender for about 30 seconds.

2. Boil the Wort

• Step 1: After mashing, transfer the wort (liquid) to your boil kettle, leaving behind the solid grain bed.
• Step 2: Bring the wort to a boil. Once it’s boiling, add your hops to the kettle. This will provide bitterness and balance for the beer.
  • Hop Addition: Add 0.5–0.75 oz (14–21 grams) of Golden Organic Hop Flakes at the start of the boil.
• Step 3: Boil for 60 minutes to sterilize the wort, concentrate flavors, and ensure proper hop utilization.
  • During the boil, you may notice foam or boiling over—watch closely to avoid messes.

3. Cool the Wort

• Step 1: Once the boil is complete, cool the wort rapidly.
  • Use a wort chiller (if you have one) or place the kettle in an ice bath to bring the temperature down quickly.
• Step 2: Aim to cool the wort to around 70°F (21°C) or lower before transferring to the fermenter. This is important to prevent killing the yeast during pitching.

4. Transfer to Fermenter & Pitch the Yeast

• Step 1: Once the wort has cooled, transfer it to your fermenter, leaving behind any sediment or hops.
• Step 2: Pitch the yeast. Sprinkle 1 packet or 1/2 teaspoon of dried English High Proof Ale yeast into the wort.
  • You don’t need to stir it in; the yeast will naturally mix in during fermentation.
• Step 3: Seal the fermenter with an airlock and store it in a cool, dark location. The optimal temperature for fermentation is between 65–75°F (18–24°C).
• Step 4: Allow primary fermentation to take place for about 7–10 days. You will see bubbling in the airlock as fermentation occurs.
  • After the fermentation slows down, you can check the specific gravity with a hydrometer to confirm fermentation is complete.

5. Secondary Fermentation (Optional)

• Step 1: After primary fermentation has slowed (usually 7–10 days), you can transfer the beer to a secondary fermenter to help clarify and mature the beer.
  • This step is optional but helps produce a cleaner, clearer beer.
• Step 2: Allow the beer to sit for an additional 7–10 days in the secondary fermenter to allow flavors to develop fully.

6. Bottling and Carbonation

• Step 1: After secondary fermentation (or once fermentation is fully complete), it’s time to bottle your beer.
• Step 2: Before bottling, you will need to add priming sugar to allow carbonation. For a 2-gallon batch, use about 3/4 cup of sugar.
  • Add the priming sugar to the beer, mix gently to avoid oxidation, and then transfer to clean, sanitized bottles.
• Step 3: Seal the bottles with caps and store them in a dark, room-temperature location for about 2 weeks to carbonate.

7. Enjoy Your Beer

• After two weeks of carbonation, chill your beer and pour it into a glass. The beer should have a smooth, creamy texture from the oats, a subtle roasted chocolate flavor from the chocolate wheat, and a nice, balanced bitterness from the hops.
• Serve and enjoy your homemade, creamy, roasted ale with a high ABV.

Key Notes

• Hops: The Golden Organic Hop Flakes are used primarily for bitterness, so if you prefer a more hop-forward beer, feel free to increase the hop additions.
• Yeast: The high-proof ale yeast will create a stronger beer, so make sure you have appropriate fermenting conditions to handle the higher alcohol content.
• Oats and Corn: These adjuncts add mouthfeel, sweetness, and smoothness to the final product, so don’t skip them!

Let me know if you need more details or have any further questions about the process!

Disclaimer for Home Brewing Kit (Sold as bulk grains)

The contents of this kit are intended for home brewing purposes only. Brewing beer at home requires attention to sanitation, careful temperature control, and adherence to the outlined instructions to ensure the safety and quality of the final product. By purchasing or using this kit, you acknowledge the following:

• Alcohol Content: This beer kit may produce an alcoholic beverage with a higher ABV (alcohol by volume) due to the yeast and ingredients used. Please drink responsibly and be aware of the legal drinking age in your jurisdiction.

• Brewing Process: Brewing beer requires proper sanitation practices to avoid contamination. Failure to follow sanitation guidelines can lead to spoilage, off-flavors, or potential health risks. Always clean and sanitize all equipment before use.

• Health and Safety: Home brewing involves handling hot liquids, boiling wort, and working with potentially hazardous equipment. Always use caution to avoid burns or injuries. Always ensure proper ventilation during fermentation and when handling yeast and hops.

• Yeast Handling: The yeast used in this kit is a living organism that requires the appropriate conditions for fermentation. Incorrect handling or temperatures may prevent proper fermentation or result in incomplete brewing.

• Ingredients and Allergens: This kit contains ingredients such as malted barley, oats, cracked corn, hops, and yeast. Please be aware of any food allergies you may have before proceeding with the brewing process.

• Local Laws and Regulations: Please familiarize yourself with local laws regarding home brewing, alcohol production, and distribution. Brewing beer for personal consumption is generally allowed in many areas, but it may be subject to specific regulations or restrictions.

• Final Product Quality: The outcome of your beer will depend on factors such as brewing technique, ingredient quality, and fermentation conditions. Results may vary from batch to batch, and this kit does not guarantee a specific flavor, clarity, or other characteristics in the finished beer.

By using this kit, you acknowledge and agree to assume all responsibility for the brewing process and the consumption of the final product. Always brew safely and responsibly.