Adding bits to kits

[jimmybobbird]

Sorry if this is a duplication of a previous question - it is a bit basic.......

Is it possible to add other ingredients to an extract kit? E.g. Ginger, Honey, Chocolate, Chilli(?) or extra malt.

When should you add this extra bits (if it is allowed)? Do I need to make sure it has no contamination - how should I do this?

Like I say - apologies for basic questions.

[cellone]

There are various methods to adding bits to kits, I add malts and hops to mine. I boil water and add DME , once it disolves I add hops and continue the boil., let it sit for a bit after turning the heat off and strain it in to the FV.

[simco999]

No probs with experimenting - the golden rule is sanitisation - always try to keep infection to a minimum - I've added jam and honey to kits but you may be better boiling anything to kill the nasties. Good luck!!

[Monkeybrew]

Sorry if this is a duplication of a previous question - it is a bit basic.......

Is it possible to add other ingredients to an extract kit? E.g. Ginger, Honey, Chocolate, Chilli(?) or extra malt.

When should you add this extra bits (if it is allowed)? Do I need to make sure it has no contamination - how should I do this?

Like I say - apologies for basic questions.

What kit are you planning to use as a base for your tweaks and what style ale are you trying to create?

Cheers

MB

[jimmybobbird]

[quote="cellone"]......and add DME ......[/quote]


Thanks for the tip - just one thing, who/what/where is DME?

[jimmybobbird]

Thanks for all the advice.......not really thinking of trying to emulate any particular taste.......just want to faff about and experiment.....will let you know how I get on.

[fordpopular]

have fun with your experementing DME = Dried Malt extract

[simco999]

Thanks for all the advice.......not really thinking of trying to emulate any particular taste.......just want to faff about and experiment.....will let you know how I get on.

That's how it starts

Read up on here - lots to learn!!

[Geezah]

Not trying to blow my trumpet here, but take a look at my illustrated post of a kit with added extras.

viewtopic.php?f=4&t=42443

[Monkeybrew]

Not trying to blow my trumpet here, but take a look at my illustrated post of a kit with added extras.

viewtopic.php?f=4&t=42443

Just take care with this post!

It started my slippery slope into the world kit adaptations, extract & BIAB AG brewing

It's a great illustrated guide though

I suppose if you aren't aiming for any particular style of brew, then whatever you create will be spot on

MB

[cellone]

Geezah is pretty much to blame for me turning simple kits into lots of faffing, him and that bloody Monkeybrew fella.