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I brew this beer once every four years. I drink two or three bombers of it each holiday season, sharing it with friends and family. The flavor profile should be rich graham cracker and warm alcohols that are never hot, which is why the fermentation protocol is so important. It will also develop in flavor over time, and it can be trusted (assuming you have a thorough cleaning and sanitation regimen) to deliver great flavors until almost three years of age.
ALL-GRAIN
Batch size: 5 gallons (19 liters)
Brewhouse efficiency: 72%
OG: 1.097
FG: 1.024
IBUs: 50
ABV: 10.6%
MALT/GRAIN BILL
16 lb (7.3 kg) Maris Otter
1 lb (454 g) Fawcett Crystal Malt I (45L)
1 lb (454 g) Fawcett Amber Malt