Trying to brew a simple blonde ale before Halloween because my wife decided to throw a party. Super simple based on Jamils but with Centennial because she likes Centennial.

Update 10/16/2016
Brew day went great. Beer looks beautiful and was fermenting well in less than 24 hours. I love just pitches 2 packs of Safale 04 since it’s a great yeast count and far less expensive than liquid yeast or starters. I did end up adding about a half pound of pilsner dry malt extract due to low efficiency. I tried out a thinner mash and went a little fast. It dropped efficiency.

Update 10/24/2016
Fermentation went extremely fast. Done in 2 days so left it on the yeast for 4 before crashing and fining with gelatin. Racked over on 21st and it was crystal clear. Started carbonating at 30 PSI for 3 days. It has a subtle hop fruitiness to it and just a slight honey sweetness. Should be a great beer for Michelle’s Halloween party where a bunch of non-craft drinkers will want to try something.

Update 11/2/2016
This ended up being a nice, refreshing beer. Everyone enjoyed it. Would brew again. Wouldn’t mind serving it with a few bottles of fruit lambic on the side to mix with it. Or just drink it tailgating.