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Candian Lunar Lager

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This Candian Lunar Lager is a refreshing, easy-to-brew beer that captures the essence of a classic Canadian-style lager. Using amber hopped malt extract as its base, it delivers a smooth, slightly sweet malt character balanced by the subtle floral notes of Willamette hops. The beer ferments cleanly to a light body with a crisp finish, making it perfect for casual gatherings or quiet evenings. Ideal for novice brewers, this recipe requires minimal equipment and simple techniques. The result is a clean, drinkable lager that showcases the harmony between malt and hops without overwhelming complexity. Enjoy it chilled for a refreshing experience.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 50
Calories: 1816.0
Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Description
This Candian Lunar Lager is a refreshing, easy-to-brew beer that captures the essence of a classic Canadian-style lager. Using amber hopped malt extract as its base, it delivers a smooth, slightly sweet malt character balanced by the subtle floral notes of Willamette hops. The beer ferments cleanly to a light body with a crisp finish, making it perfect for casual gatherings or quiet evenings. Ideal for novice brewers, this recipe requires minimal equipment and simple techniques. The result is a clean, drinkable lager that showcases the harmony between malt and hops without overwhelming complexity. Enjoy it chilled for a refreshing experience.
Ingredients
  • 5 pound Amber hopped malt extract
  • 1/2 ounce Wiliamette hops; finishing
  • 1 package Ale yeast
  • 3/4 cup Corn sugar; bottling
Directions
  1. 1
    Dissolve the amber hopped malt extract in 1.5 gallons of water in a large sanitized pot.
  2. 2
    Bring the mixture to a boil and maintain a steady simmer for 45 minutes.
  3. 3
    Add the Willamette hops during the final 5 minutes of the boil.
  4. 4
    Remove from heat and cool the wort rapidly to room temperature.
  5. 5
    Transfer the cooled wort to a sanitized fermenter and pitch the ale yeast.
  6. 6
    Seal the fermenter with an airlock and let it ferment for 3 weeks.
  7. 7
    Dissolve the corn sugar in a small amount of warm water and add it to the beer before bottling.
  8. 8
    Bottle the beer, seal tightly, and store at room temperature for 2 weeks to carbonate.
  9. 9
    Refrigerate the bottles for at least 24 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 50

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1816.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.1g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 167.4mg7%
Total Carbohydrate 120.1g41%
Dietary Fiber 0.8g4%
Sugars 53.5g
Protein 1.2g3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: homebrew, beer, lager, amber, malt extract, willamette hops, ale yeast, fermentation, bottling, homebrewing, craft beer, brewing, alcoholic beverage, hoppy, crisp, smooth, refreshing, easy recipe, batch brewing, corn sugar
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