Armstrong Dortmunder Export German Lager

Armstrong Dortmunder Export German Lager is rated 4.8 out of 5 by 11.
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The floral, spicy aromatics and flavor of Saaz hops balance the strong Pilsner and Munich malt profile of this traditional style German Lager. Topped by a fluffy white head and a gorgeous golden hue, this beer is well-balanced in every way.

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    What You Get

    1 Grand Bohemian Czech Pilsner Brewing Extract (HME)

    1 Packet of Dry Brewing Yeast (Under the Lid of the Brewing Extract)

    1 Packet of BrewMax LME Smooth

    1 Packet of Saaz Pellet Hops 

    1 Hop Sack

    1 Packet Saflager S-23 Dry Lager Yeast

    1 Packet of No-Rinse Cleanser


    For Fans Of

    Appalachian Brewing Mountain Lager

    Great Lakes Brewing Dortmunder Gold


    Brew Specs

    Flavor: Balanced

    Original Gravity: 1.042

    Final Gravity: 1.008

    ABV: 4.5%

    SRM: (Color): 6

    IBU: (Bitterness): 27


    STEP 1: SANITIZING

    Cleaning is one of the most important steps in brewing. It kills microscopic bacteria, wild yeast, and molds that may cause off-flavors in your beer. Make certain to clean all equipment that comes in contact with your beer by following the directions below:

    1. Fill clean keg with warm water to line mark 1 on the back, then add ½ pack (about 1 tablespoon) of No-Rinse Cleanser and stir until dissolved. Once dissolved, the solution is ready to use. Save the remaining ½ of No-Rinse Cleanser because you will need it for bottling.

    2. Screw on lid and swirl the keg so that the cleaning solution makes contact with the entire interior of the keg, including the underside of the lid. Note that the ventilation notches under the lid may leak solution. Allow to sit for at least 2 minutes and swirl again.

    3. To clean the spigot, open it fully and allow liquid to flow for 5 seconds and then close

    4. Pour the rest of the solution from the keg into a large bowl. Place your spoon/whisk, can opener and measuring cup into the bowl to keep them cleaned throughout the brewing process. Leave them immersed for at least 2 minutes in cleaning solution prior to using.

    5. After all surfaces have been thoroughly cleaned, do not rinse or dry the keg or utensils. Return lid to top of keg, proceed immediately to brewing.


    STEP 2: BREWING

    Brewing beer is the process of combining a starch source (in this case, a malt brewing extract) with yeast. Once combined, the yeast eats the sugars in the malt, producing alcohol and carbon dioxide (CO2). This process is called fermentation.

    1. Remove the yeast packet from under the lid of the can of Brewing Extract,(not needed for this
    recipe), then place the unopened can and BrewMax LME in hot tap water

    2. Place the packet of pellet hops into the hop sack tying it closed, then trim away excess
    material

    3. Using the measuring cup, pour 4 cups of water into your clean 3-quart or larger pot. Bring this
    to a boil, add in your hop sack, then remove from heat.

    4. Open the can of Brewing Extract and BrewMax LME and pour the contents into the hot hop
    water in your pot. Stir until thoroughly mixed. This mixture of unfermented beer is called wort.

    5. Fill your fermenter with cold tap water to the mark 1 on the back. If using any other fermenter
    this would be approximately 1 gallon of water. 

    6. Pour the wort into your fermenter, and then bring the volume of the fermenter to mark 2 by
    adding more cold water. (If you have a different fermenter top it off with cold water to the 8.5-
    liter mark). 

    7. Stir your wort mixture vigorously with your sanitized spoon or whisk.

    8. Sprinkle the S-23 yeast packet into the keg, and screw on the lid. Do not stir. 

    Put your fermenter in a location with a consistent temperature between 53° and 59° F (12°-15°
    C), and out of direct sunlight. Ferment for 21 days.


    STEP 4: BOTTLING & CARBONATING

    After 21 days, taste a small sample to determine if the beer is fully fermented and ready to bottle. If it tastes like flat beer, it is ready. If it’s sweet, then it’s not ready. Let it ferment for 3 more days (24 total). At this point, it is time to bottle. Do not let it sit in the fermenter for longer than 24 days total.

    1. When your beer is ready to bottle, fill a 1-gallon container with warm water, then add the remaining ½ pack of the No-Rinse Cleanser and stir until dissolved. Once dissolved, it is ready to use

    2. Distribute the cleaning solution equally among the bottles. Screw-on caps (or cover with a metal cap if using glass bottles) and shake bottles vigorously. Allow to sit 10 minutes, then shake the bottles again. Remove caps and empty all cleaning solutions into a large bowl. Use this solution to clean any other equipment you may be using for bottling. Do not rinse.

    3. Add 2 Carbonation Drops to each 740-mL bottle. For 1-liter bottles, add 2 ½ drops; for ½-liter bottles add 1 drop. Alternatively, you can add table sugar using this table as a guide. 

    4. Holding the bottle at an angle, fill each bottle to about 2 inches from the bottle’s top.

    5. Place caps on bottles, hand tighten, and gently turn the bottle over to check the bottle’s seal. It is not necessary to shake them.

    6. Store the bottles upright and out of direct sunlight in a location with a consistent temperature between 70°-76°F or 21°-24°C. Allow sitting for a minimum of 14 days. If the temperature is cooler than suggested it may take an additional week to reach full carbonation. 


    TIP FROM OUR BREWMASTERS

    After the primary carbonation has taken place your beer is ready to drink. We recommend putting 1 bottle in the refrigerator at first for 48 hrs. After 48hrs. give it a try and if it is up to your liking put the rest of your beer in the fridge. If it does not taste quite right, leave the bottles out at room temp for another week or so. Keep following this method until your brew tastes just how you like it. 

    This process is called conditioning and during this time the yeast left in your beer can help clean up any off-flavors. Almost everything gets a little better with time and so will your beer

    Rated 5 out of 5 by DrMJG from Reminds me of my time in Dortmund I first visited Dortmund on a very warm day. The refreshing beer impressed me with s del!icious malt Tates in a clean brew. This recipe brought memories back in every way. I am sure this will become a staple in my household! Care needs to be taken to work within proper temp ranges.
    Date published: 2018-03-05
    Rated 5 out of 5 by Shrike from A Very Tasty Lager This turned out very tasty. It was crisp with a nice hint of hops balancing the malt. I was unable to condition it at 55*, but that didn't seem to impact the flavor in any kind of a negative way. I'll brew this one again.
    Date published: 2018-05-01
    Rated 5 out of 5 by DrMJG10 from One of the best on Mr. Beer Excellent flavor and a fine example of the style. Take care to watch the fermentation temps to bring out the full flavor of the hops and to allow the yeast to do its thing. Well worth it. This beer is simply delicious!
    Date published: 2021-01-25
    Rated 5 out of 5 by KLR 68 from A solid lager A solid lager, clear bright gold, well carbonated, light hop aroma and flavor, clean finish.
    Date published: 2021-04-29
    Rated 5 out of 5 by guitarspaz from Refreshing! This is my favorite recipe so far. I like the czech pilsner extract as is, but with the saaz hops and lager yeast, this is well worth having a dedicated fridge to ferment at 54 degrees.
    Date published: 2021-11-09
    Rated 5 out of 5 by Anonymous from Fun brewing this one! This was my first time brewing with the added hops. I just did the bottling process a week and a half ago, looking forward to an Octoberfest celebration around Halloween!
    Date published: 2020-10-07
    Rated 5 out of 5 by Mt50 from Nice German Beer Just tried my 1st and am very pleased. Malty taste predominates with a hint if the Saaz hops. I was lucky that I got a couple weeks of 50s weather so I could ferment on the back porch. Came out nice. Cold crashed so it’s very clear, just slightly darker than the photo on the website. Recommend!
    Date published: 2021-11-30
    Rated 5 out of 5 by Mike Sgt P from Dortmunder export (Armstrong) Goof balanced hops, solid with no overpowered extras. Very real taste and mouth feel like the ones I was used to almost 60 years ago. One of my favorites.
    Date published: 2020-12-26
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    Will this still be drinkable if I forgot to add in the BrewMAX LME?

    Asked by: Rookie
    Yes, it just won't be quite as "strong". Cheers!
    Answered by: MRBEER
    Date published: 2024-02-16

    why does the 5 gallon use crown lager and the 2 gallon use czech pilsner?

    Asked by: PlanetDan
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