Homemade Beer – Blackberry Wheat Ale

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 21

Homemade Beer - Blackberry Wheat Ale recipe for beer enthusiasts

by The Chefin Beverage

Prep

60 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

3-4 weeks

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

	3 lbs plain wheat dry malt extract
	1/3 lb caramel malt , crushed
	1/4 lb flaked wheat
	1/2 ounce liberty hop pellets
	1/4 teaspoon Irish moss ( boil 15 minutes- to help remove solids )
	1 package dry ale or 1 package brewer 's yeast ( Coopers preferred )
	2 - 2 1/2 lbs blackberries ( frozen or fresh )
	1/2 cup corn sugar ( to prime )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

5 gallons

Calories

150 per 12 oz serving

Sugar

8g per 12 oz serving

Fat

Blackberry wheat ale is a popular beer style enjoyed by many beer enthusiasts. It is a sweeter beer due to the addition of blackberries which pairs well with the wheat and caramel malts. It is a refreshing beer that is perfect for sharing with friends on a hot summer day. This recipe allows you to make your own homemade blackberry wheat ale, which can be enjoyed straight from the bottle or on tap. It is a great recipe for those who are new to homebrewing and want to experiment with fruity beer styles.

Instructions

1.	Begin by steeping milled caramel malt and flaked wheat in 2.5 gallons of hot water at 155F for 30 minutes.
2.	Remove grains and stir in dry malt extract until completely dissolved.
3.	Boil the wort for 60 minutes, adding 3/5 oz liberty hops at the beginning and 1/2 oz liberty hops at the end.
4.	In the final 15 minutes of the boil, add 1/4 tsp Irish moss.
5.	After the boil, cool the wort to 70F and transfer it to a fermenter, adding enough cold water to make a total of 5 gallons.
6.	Once the wort is in the fermenter, pitch the yeast.
7.	After 7 days, add 2-2.5 lbs of mashed blackberries to the fermenter.
8.	Allow the beer to age for an additional 7-14 days before bottling with 1/2 cup of corn sugar to prime. Allow the beer to carbonate for 2 weeks before serving.

PROS

This blackberry wheat ale is a refreshing and fruity beer for those who enjoy a sweeter beer.

The addition of blackberries provides a unique flavor that pairs well with the wheat and caramel malts.

CONS

Blackberry wheat ale is not for those who prefer hoppy, bitter beers.
It has a higher sugar content which may not be ideal for those following a low-sugar diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Drinking beer in moderation has been linked to be beneficial for heart health, helping to lower the risk of heart disease and stroke.
The addition of blackberries to this recipe provides some antioxidant benefits, which can help to reduce inflammation and boost the immune system.