Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 cups of water
- 1 cup of malted barley
- 1 cup of wheat malt
- 1/2 cup of chocolate malt
- 1/2 cup of cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup of lactose
- 1/2 cup of sea salt
- 1/4 cup of coriander seeds
- 1/4 cup of hops
- 1 packet of yeast
Special equipment needed:
- Brew kettle
- Fermentation vessel
- Thermometer
- Hydrometer
- Airlock
- Bottling equipment
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Heat 4 cups of water in a brew kettle to 155°F.
2. Add 1 cup of malted barley, 1 cup of wheat malt, and 1/2 cup of chocolate malt to the water.
3. Steep the grains for 60 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Remove the grains from the kettle and discard.
5. Bring the wort to a boil and add 1/4 cup of hops.
6. Boil the wort for 60 minutes.
7. In the last 10 minutes of the boil, add 1/4 cup of coriander seeds and 1/2 cup of sea salt.
8. After 60 minutes, remove the kettle from the heat and add 1/2 cup of cocoa powder and 1/2 cup of lactose.
9. Chill the wort to 70°F and transfer it to a fermentation vessel.
10. Add the yeast and seal the vessel with an airlock.
11. Allow the beer to ferment for 7-10 days.
12. After fermentation is complete, bottle the beer and allow it to carbonate for 2-3 weeks.
- Time:
Preparation time: 30 minutes
- Cooking time: 60 minutes
Temperature:
- Steeping temperature: 155°F
- Boiling temperature: 212°F
- Fermentation temperature: 70°F
Serving size:
- 12 oz.
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 200
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 2g
- Fat: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Malted barley can be substituted with malt extract.
- Wheat malt can be substituted with wheat extract.
- Chocolate malt can be substituted with roasted barley.
- Lactose can be substituted with maltodextrin.
Variations:
- Add vanilla extract for a chocolate vanilla gose.
- Use different types of hops for a different flavor profile.
- Add fruit puree for a fruity chocolate gose.
Tips and tricks:
- Use a high-quality cocoa powder for the best flavor.
- Make sure to sanitize all equipment before use.
- Keep fermentation temperature consistent for best results.
Storage instructions:
- Store in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months.
Reheating instructions:
- Serve cold.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve in a pint glass with a chocolate rim.
Garnishes:
- Chocolate shavings
- Whipped cream
Pairings:
- Chocolate desserts
- Spicy foods
Suggested side dishes:
- Pretzels
- Soft pretzels
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the beer is too salty, reduce the amount of sea salt in the recipe.
- If the beer is too sweet, reduce the amount of lactose in the recipe.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to sanitize all equipment before use.
- Use a thermometer to ensure proper temperatures are reached during brewing.
Food history:
- Gose is a traditional German beer style that originated in the town of Goslar.
Flavor profiles:
- Chocolatey
- Salty
- Coriander
Serving suggestions:
- Serve cold in a pint glass.
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Region: German
Taste: Sour, Salty, Chocolatey, Fruity, Tart