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Spiced Holiday Amber (mildly spiced and richly smooth)

 GRAINS/MALT  HOPS  YEAST/EXTRAS
8lbs. Pale Malt Extract
1 lb. Crystal 40L
1/2 lb. Crystal 60L
1/2 lb. Wheat grain
1/4 lb. Chocolate grain
Spices to be added in last 10 minutes of the boil:
1 - 2 inches Cinnamon Stick
1/2 tsp. Nutmeg
2 inches split Vanilla Bean, or 2 Tbsp. Vanilla Extract
Spices to be added in last 3 days of fermentation, (or secondary):
1/4 tsp. Nutmeg
1 tsp. coarsly chopped Cinnamon Stick
1 inch split Vanilla Bean, or 1 Tbsp. Vanilla Extract 		1 oz. Northern Brewer hops (boil) German Ale -or- East Coast Ale Yeast
 INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Steep grains in mesh bag placed into 2 gallons of water while heating to boiling.
2. Remove grains and add malt extract. Stir to completely dissolve.
3. Add the Northern Brewer hops and begin a 30 minute boil.
4. Simmer, stirring frequently to avoid scorching. In the last 10 minutes of the 30 minute boil, add the spices indicated.
5. Cool to 70 - 75 degrees F before adding the yeast chosen.
6. Ferment as usual until fermentation slows, and then add the second group of spices (~ last 3-4 days of fermentation), or add them in secondary fermenter if two stage method is used.
7. Bottle as usual when complete using 3/4 cup Priming Sugar.
 NOTES:
This recipe may be made without the Special Ingredients and will make a delicious everyday Amber Ale. At this time of year beers with a bit of a twist become more popular as brewers begin planning for the holiday celebrations and family gatherings.

If anyone would like alternative "Holiday" type recipes, using fruits, spices, pumpkin, herbs, honey, or anything else imaginable... just ask, we either have a recipe for it or can easily help you design what you are looking for.

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