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Pumpkin Wheat Beer

This Pumpkin Wheat Beer recipe combines the comforting flavors of fall with the refreshing qualities of wheat beer, perfect for cozy gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 10 hours
Servings: 5 gallons
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 6 lbs wheat malt
  • 2 lbs pumpkin puree
  • 1 lb crystal malt 40L
  • 1 oz Hallertau hops bittering
  • 1 oz Saaz hops flavor
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp ginger
  • 1 pkg American wheat yeast
  • 5 oz priming sugar for bottling

Equipment

  • Brewing kettle (at least 5 gallons)
  • Fermenter with airlock
  • Hydrometer
  • Bottling bucket
  • Bottles and caps
  • Sanitizer
  • Thermometer
  • Large stirring spoon

Method
 

  1. Start by thoroughly cleaning and sanitizing all your equipment.
  2. Fill your brewing kettle with about 3 gallons of water and bring it to a boil.
  3. Remove the kettle from heat and add the crushed crystal malt in a grain bag. Steep for about 30 minutes.
  4. Stir in the pumpkin puree after steeping.
  5. Return the kettle to heat and bring the mixture back to a boil.
  6. Add the Hallertau hops and boil for 60 minutes.
  7. Cool the wort quickly using a wort chiller or an ice bath.
  8. Transfer the cooled wort to the fermenter and pitch the yeast. Seal with an airlock and let it ferment for about a week.

Notes

This beer pairs beautifully with hearty fall dishes and desserts.