Black Lager (Schwarzbier)
Clear lager character and subtle coffee flavor are the distinguishing characteristics of this dark, yet surprisingly light flavored beer. A refreshing alternative to stouts and porters on a blustery winter day.
Type: Lager
Style: Dark Lager
Batch Size: 5 gallons
Recipe Type: All grain
Recipe Contributed By: Briess Technical Services Team
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient | Comment | Malt Style |
| 8 lbs | Pilsen Malt | Base | |
| 8 oz | Chocolate Malt | Roasted, Chocolate | |
| 8 oz | Black Malt | Roasted, Black | |
| 4 oz | Roasted Barley | Roasted Barley | |
| 1 oz | Hallertau Hops (6% AA) | Boil 60 minutes | |
| 1 oz | Hallertau Hops (6% AA) | Boil 30 minutes | |
| 1 oz | Hallertau Hops (6% AA) | Boil 5 minutes | |
| 1 vial | WLP830 German Lager Yeast |
Procedures
- Mash at 150ºF for 45 minutes
- Sparge at 170ºF
- Knock out at 65ºF
- Oxygenate highly
Primary Fermentation: Ferment at 50-55ºF
Secondary Fermentation:
Fermentation Notes:
Original Gravity: 1.048
Final Gravity: 1.012
Alcohol by Weight:
Alcohol by Volume:
IBU: 42
Color: 70 SRM
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