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How to get a beer "red" looking
Fri, 07/22/2011 - 10:35pm — GAlbaneseJr
Hey beer buffs. I'm Giovanni, a home brewer in Northern California.
I've produced a beer that I really like. Two batches and it has come out great both times. The thing is, it is meant to be red, and I've used varying amounts of cara red for a five-gallon batch. What do you suggest is the appropriate amount to achieve that red hue?
Thanks. Cheers!
Giovanni


red looking beer
I use a 20% mix of cara-red, Briess crystal 80, and melanoiden malt. This gives a nice red hue, and good flavor.