Common Californication

California Common Beer BJCP 2008 – 07B

OG
1.040
FG
1.010
SRM
12
ABV
4.7%
IBU
45.1
Batch #
2007-07
Batch Size
5.25 gal
Brew Date
February 18, 2007
Tap Date
April 7, 2007
Cost
$26.25
BU/GU
1.13
ABW
3.1%
Kcal
131 12 oz
Real Extract
3.9° P
Attenuation
74% apparent
61% real

Fermentables

Light Dry
0.50 lbs|5%
Type
Extract
5%
American Pale Malt (2-Row)
7.00 lbs|70%
Type
Grain
Origin
United States
Color
1.0 SRM
PPG
28.0
Info
Smooth, less grainy, moderate malt flavor. Basic malt for all beer styles.
70%
German CaraMunich Malt I
1.00 lbs|10%
Type
Grain
Origin
Germany
Color
30.0-38.0 SRM
PPG
60.0
Info
Provides body. For Oktoberfest, bock, porter, stout, red, amber and brown ales. Results include increased fullness, heightened aroma and fuller flavor. Use 1 - 5% for light or pale beers.
10%
American Dextrin (Cara-Pils) Malt
1.00 lbs|10%
Type
Grain
Origin
United States
Color
1.0 SRM
PPG
32.0
Info
Balances body and flavor without adding color, aids in head retention. For any beer.
10%
Crystal Malt 40L
0.50 lbs|5%
Type
Grain
Origin
Varies
Color
40.0 SRM
PPG
34.0
Info
Sweet, mild caramel flavor and a golden color. Use in light lagers and light ales.
5%

Hops

1.00 oz
Northern Brewer 8.2%
60 min Boil
0.50 oz
Northern Brewer 8.2%
15 min Boil
0.50 oz
Northern Brewer 8.2%
3 min Boil

Fermentation and Aging

7 days
Primary
60°F
7 days
Secondary
55°F
21 days
Age
55°F

General Info

Formulated to be true to style, but not an Anchor Steam clone. Munich and Dextrin malts add character and body, crystal malt adds color and caramel flavor.

Procedure

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