Boysenberry Imperial Stout Recipe

Name: Boysenberry Imperial Stout Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 15 1/4 lb Bulk, light extract; 3/4 lb Roasted barley; 3/4 lb Black patent malt; 3/4 lb Chocolate malt; 2 lb English crystal malt; 3 3/4 ounce Bullion pellets (9.6 alpha); 1 1/4 ounce Northern Brewer pellets (6 7 % alpha); 2 ounce Kent Goldings pellets; 13 lb Fresh Boysenberries; 4 tsp Gypsum Sierra Nevada yeast; 1 c. Corn Sugar (priming)

Servings: persons

15 1/4 lb Bulk, light extract
3/4 lb Roasted barley
3/4 lb Black patent malt
3/4 lb Chocolate malt
2 lb English crystal malt
3 3/4 ounce Bullion pellets (9.6 alpha)
1 1/4 ounce Northern Brewer pellets (6 7 % alpha)
2 ounce Kent Goldings pellets
13 lb Fresh Boysenberries
4 tsp Gypsum Sierra Nevada yeast
1 c. Corn Sugar (priming)

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This makes 6-1/2 to 7 gallons.
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This is based on Papazian's recipe from the Summer 1990 issue of Zymurgy, except which I use more Boysenberries
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(Directions are pretty standard.)
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The Bullion hops and Northern Brewer are used for bittering and are added to the boil.
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The Kent Goldings pellets are used for dry-hopping.
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This had a very strong Boysenberry taste with a slightly coffee/dark malt and hoppy/bitter aftertaste.
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The Boysenberry taste is accompanied by a sort of astringency or possibly acidity which will supposedly soften with age.
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It's still very young for an Imperial stout.
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Original Gravity: 1.087
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Final Gravity: 1.022

697

kcal

Calories

Fat

111

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 15 1/4 lb Bulk, light extract, 3/4 lb Roasted barley, 3/4 lb Black patent malt, 3/4 lb Chocolate malt, and more.

Yes, Boysenberry Imperial Stout Recipe falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!