Specialty Wood-Aged Beer
Wood BeerBJCP 33B
Beer aged in previously-used spirits/wine barrels
A blend of the base beer with the wood and spirit character from a barrel.
How to Brew a Specialty Wood-Aged Beer
Typical Malts
- ● Pale Ale or Pilsner malt
Typical Hops
- ● Style-appropriate hops
Yeast
● Ale yeast (e.g. US-05, S-04)
Special Ingredients
- ● Wood / Oak
Style Requirements
Typical Flavors
FAQ about Specialty Wood-Aged Beer
What is a Specialty Wood-Aged Beer?
A blend of the base beer with the wood and spirit character from a barrel.
How much alcohol does a Specialty Wood-Aged Beer have?
A Specialty Wood-Aged Beer typically has 4–14% ABV. Original gravity ranges from 1.04–1.12, final gravity from 1.006–1.03.
How bitter is a Specialty Wood-Aged Beer?
A Specialty Wood-Aged Beer has 5–80 IBU (International Bitterness Units). This is a fairly bitter style.
What ingredients do you need for a Specialty Wood-Aged Beer?
Typical malts: Pale Ale or Pilsner malt. Typical hops: Style-appropriate hops. Yeast: Ale yeast (e.g. US-05, S-04).
Do you need special equipment for a Specialty Wood-Aged Beer?
A Specialty Wood-Aged Beer can be brewed with standard equipment (pot or all-in-one system). Fermentation temperature: 18–24°C (64–75°F).
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