IPA's, Brown's and More

I love days like today; I get to make beer, have a productive and exciting meeting, and when that is all over I get to go to McCall to "work" for two days (by work I mean get paid to ski).

I took some bottles of my IPA and Brown down to Bittercreek yesterday to let them try it and get some feedback from them.  From what I heard, I am on track with my IPA, everyone seemed to have great things to say about it and I was also able to get some places for improvement.  The Brown got more of a passing grade, hence why I am taking another stab at it today.  The biggest criticism was the lack of body in the beer, something that I knew was going to happen midway through brewing it.  Good thing is I know what went wrong and as I type this, this batch is spot on with my numbers and should have the body I am looking for while keeping the clean American hop profile.

Mutton Buster

Style: American Brown Ale
Malts: American 2-Row, Aromatic, Brown, Chocolate, Crystal
Hops: Magnum, Amarillo
ABV: 5.3%
Playlist: Apocalyptica, there is something about cello's playing rock music that is too sick for words

In other news, I had a good meeting with my real estate guy this morning.  I will continue to be quiet and mysterious about the details, but I am in the process of securing a home for Payette Brewing Co.  Once I sign on the dotted line, information will be readily available.  I dont want to show my hand just yet...

Gotta Hop