Original hypothesis formed August, 2018 The Layger Brewhaus Super Simple Infinite Cider Theorem Recipe takes longer to read than it does to make! Our simple cider recipe requires just three ingredients, no sanitizer, and no special gear. Best of all, our recipe makes an infinite amount of still (uncarbonated) hard cider at a rate of about … Continue reading Layger Brewhaus Super Simple Infinite Cider Theorem Recipe
Our Beers
Elvis Special Bitter
FEST QUOTES: "Love me tender, love me true. Sweet and tasty, this beer's for you!" "Sort of like there is a special place in hell for people who talk in theaters, this has a special place on the bitter palate. Kind of like how bitter you would feel if you died on a toilet. Then … Continue reading Elvis Special Bitter
Samantha’s Abduction IPA
PROPERTIES AND CHARACTERISTICS: Hoppy haze topped with a thick, creamy head of fine bubbles and emanating a citrusy, flowery aroma. Apricot nose. Sweet, chewy, satisfying body. Boldly reverberating, mouth-watering finish. Blunts human senses. 40 percent sweet, 60 percent bitter. FEST QUOTES: "Piney smell. Really good. No malt, nice thin body. Good bitterness. Grapefruit finish lingering. … Continue reading Samantha’s Abduction IPA
Soursquatch Uncommon Grapefruit Steam Lager
A Layger Brewhaus Original Recipe Brewed March, 2016 OBJECTIVE: Moderately malty with toasty and caramel malt flavor. Earthy, spicy, with citrusy hop bite. Dry, crisp, and grainy finish. Aroma of grapefruit. No added acid, sourness, or tartness from fruit. ACTUAL OUTCOME: Amazing grapefruit aroma before sipping, great nose. Sourness of the grapefruit peel clobbers you from … Continue reading Soursquatch Uncommon Grapefruit Steam Lager
Kennedy’s Coppertop Ale
A Layger Brewhaus Original Recipe Always soused by light cream head. Sweet nose followed by a light, watery mouthfeel. Toasty notes. Very #. Pleasantly bitter, leathery finish with light, iced-tea tannins. The Other Presidential Vice Coppertop Kennedy was Dave's first all-grain recipe. FEST QUOTES: "Ask not what your beer can do for you, ask what you … Continue reading Kennedy’s Coppertop Ale
Apple Pieder: Apple Pie Cider
A Layger Brewhaus Original Recipe The goal taste profile for this cider was to bulk up the E+D's Dry Apple Cider No. 41, which turned out too dry and had almost not body due partly to being watered down to hit the goal batch size. Dave also wanted to add some apple pie seasonings and spice … Continue reading Apple Pieder: Apple Pie Cider
Molasses Cookie Porter
A Layger Brewhaus Original Recipe In 2015 and 2016, Dave felt that Jon was stuck in a Pale Ale brewing rut, so he issued Jon a challenge: Dave would write a mystery recipe giving Jon only the ingredients, Jon would stamp his mark on it by figuring out how to brew it. Dave started this … Continue reading Molasses Cookie Porter
E+D’s Dry Apple Cider No. 41
A Layger Brewhaus Original Recipe BREW IT A Leafblower Cider brewed by Erin and Dave. 5 gal batch size, 6 weeks start to finish, serve between 45-50 degrees. Goal taste profile: Dry apple cider with some apple flavor. Actual taste profile after kegging: Definitely has alcohol over 5%. Dry, no sweetness. Some apple flavor left. Some … Continue reading E+D’s Dry Apple Cider No. 41
Saged Vice White IPA
JON: So have you tried dis here Saged Vice? It’s one uh dem “white beers” all da way from Miami. DAVE: Pour me a glass, wouldja, Jonny? <dramatic sip> DAVE: Dat’s great! Lemony nose, herbal body! JON: Mm hm! Recipe: Flown to Havana! Comments: "This tastes woody and sagey - I can't decide if it's beer brilliance … Continue reading Saged Vice White IPA
McFlyPA IPA
DAVE: Say, Jonny, have you tried dis new McFlyPA? JON: McWhaddyasay? DAVE: McFlyPA! Named aftuh dat Irish guy from over in Hill Valley, I think it is. <pour> Bottoms up! <dramatic sip> JON: Wow! Now that’s somethin’ to write home about! Sweet up front, easy malts, a little hop bite on the back end...............if ya know what I mean! <sly wink> Recipe lost to time! Comments: "Intense, in your face bitterness. Just like Biff. Almost tastes like it has tannins. Can't be a chicken if you are gonna drink this 'til you are zazzled. But that bitterness slides off the tongue as if it's going 88 mph. Then it's back...to the future … Continue reading McFlyPA IPA
Donkey Dunkel
A Layger Brewhaus Original Recipe DAVE: What about dat one? JON: Which one? DAVE: THAT one, the dark one way over dere. JON: Welllll, I dunno about dat one. DAVE: Whaddya mean? What’s wrong wit it? JON: Get dis -- it’s called “Donkey Dunkel”. DAVE: Ya’ kiddin’ me? JON: Would I do that? DAVE: Psh! C’mon now. Let’s give it the old heave ho. We’ll try it together. <pour, dramatic sip, look> BOTH: Dis lager kicks ass! Grab an ass. Comments: "This reflects the golden age of beers - unbelievable flavor and intensity...just like the dames in this joint." BREW IT 6 lbs Briess Munich liquid malt extract 1/2 lbs Caramunich malt 1/2 lbs Victory malt … Continue reading Donkey Dunkel
Tossed Salad Cucumbers & Celery Pilsner
A Layger Brewhaus Original Recipe JON: What about this Tossed Salad pilsner? Some whackjob from near Philly brewed it -- wit cucumbers and celery! DAVE: Quit yappin’ about it and pour me a glass, already! <dramatic sip> DAVE: Mm, mm! A man could develop quite a thirst drinkin’ this beer. Rehydrate the Amish Way Comments: "It's like I am at one of those fancy schmancy hotels. You know, the one's that have that water jug at the desk? They have these cucumbers and things in 'em. It's like that. Or maybe I could drink it with some … Continue reading Tossed Salad Cucumbers & Celery Pilsner
Layger Lager Bavarian Helles
A Layger Brewhaus Original Recipe The goal for this lager was a light and refreshing Bavarian-style Helles. It did not go very well! BREW IT Munich Helles July 2014 MALTS 6 lbs Pilsen liquid malt extract (Briess) (boil 60 min) 2 lbs German pilsner grain (Weyermann) (Steep 30-60 min at 150-170 degF) 1 cup light … Continue reading Layger Lager Bavarian Helles
Bron Yr Aur Nut Brown Ale
A Layger Brewhaus Original Recipe Hello, there. I caught you smilin’ at me. I’m Bron Yr Aur, a Nut Brown Ale brewed the way I should be, with the wettest hard water, caramelized grains, a touch of barley and chocolate malts. Mingling with the acrid autumnal Golding hops, this is an ale that will always … Continue reading Bron Yr Aur Nut Brown Ale
Jack’s Pumpkin King Ale
What's this? This is the good doctor’s new creation! Think of all you have in common with Jack’s Pumpkin King Ale: big personality, a spicy disposition, lively effervescence, a sweet side carefully balanced with brawn. With Jack’s in your hand, every conversation will be worth having. Recipe TK
Thirst Ranger Kolsch
The Thirst Ranger brings all the subtlety of a swift kick in the pants. From the first sweet sip, you’ll find the tastes of leather mingling with peaches. And why not? Nothing can hold back a kolsch brewed and rested in the heat of summer. Drink the sweet kolsch of justice, and you might find … Continue reading Thirst Ranger Kolsch
Liquid Schwarz
You must never underestimate the power of the Schwarz! The schwarz is a powerful ally. Its energy surrounds us and binds us. Once you start down the dark path of the “black beer”, forever will it dominate your destiny. The Liquid Schwarz combines the dark malts of a stout with the lightness of a lager. … Continue reading Liquid Schwarz
Mr. Brown Can Booze Brown Ale
Fuggle and English Hops Well rounded and mellow Can you? Recipe not available
London Underground Cream Ale
Willamette and Fuggle Hops Fast Malty Flavor! Mind the Gap BREW IT Based on a London Cream Ale recipe from BeerSmith.com. Ingredients Malts 9 lbs pale liquid extract Hops 2 oz Willamette 1 oz Fuggles Other 8 oz maltodextrine 1 tsp Irish moss Yeast London Ale Wyeast Labs #1028 Step-by-step 1. Activate yeast. 2. Bring … Continue reading London Underground Cream Ale
Imperial Guard Oatmeal Stout
Oats, Barley, dark roasty malts Chinook hops The Force is strong with this one. BREW IT Based on the Terrapin Imperial Oatmeal Stout Clone from Hopville website. Ingredients Malts 6 lbs dark dry malt extract 3 lbs dark dry malt extract 1 lbs 2 oz caramel or crystal malt at 80L 14 oz flaked barley … Continue reading Imperial Guard Oatmeal Stout
Ski Wax American Pale Ale
Floral hops with bite Clean, crisp, fast flowing 12 oz Liquid Speed BREW IT Ingredients Malts 6.5 lbs extra pale liquit malt extract 1.5 lbs munich liquied malt extract .5 lbs crystal malt 10L Hops 2 oz Cascade Yeast Nottingham ale yeast Step-by-step 1. Heat 3 gallons water to 152 degF. 2. Steep grains for … Continue reading Ski Wax American Pale Ale
Saison De La Revolution
This saison bursts forth with an effervescent energy; a bottled bubble maelstrom. Sweet banana notes waft into the nostrils before this ample brew ripens on the tongue. This traditional harvest-season brew candycoats your mouth with maize syrup, then emboldens the soul for the season to come. Recipe revolted!
Whistlestop Chili Steam
A Layger Brewhaus Original Recipe Longtime Layger Brewfriends may recognize this mashup between Steampunk Lager and Flamin' Mamie Chili Honey Pilsner from Oktobertheseventhfest Part Drei in 2008. Whistlestop drinks smooth and spicy like Steampunk yet ratchets up the heat in the back of the mouth. Get steamed! Recipe has hopped on the last train to … Continue reading Whistlestop Chili Steam
Old Glory American Wheat Ale
Many wheats leave you smacking your mouth to clear out the dust; not this one. Old Glory separates the wheat from the chaff. A real red, wheat, and blue American Ale, Old Glory flies its own banner of smooth drinkability, with pleasing grains and a sun-dappled hint of sweetness that comes from patience and a … Continue reading Old Glory American Wheat Ale
Muckraker Brown Ale
From plying the depths of man's machinations, the Muckraker Brown Ale has become embued with a dark and mysterious hue. No gaze can penetrate this ale's blackstrapped innards for few browns hold the gravitas of the Muckraker. Bodied like a brown, Muckraker's heavily roasted aftertaste wishes you a good night, and good luck. BREW IT … Continue reading Muckraker Brown Ale
Witch Hazelnut Amber
A Layger Brewhaus Original Recipe Beer Beta: Style: Amber Ale Malts: Pale malt extract, Karo dark syrup, clover honey, brown rice syrup, Crystal, Victory Hops: Willamette, Fuggles Yeast: European Ale Other: 12 oz Odell's 90 Shilling, roasted hazelnuts Questions? Ask the Brewer: Dave Octobertheseventhfest comments: Missing! BREW IT Based very loosely on the “Stunreeb Lezah … Continue reading Witch Hazelnut Amber
Bosom Buddy Blonde
Beer Beta: Style: Blonde Ale Malts: Pale malt extract, belgian aromatic, honey Hops: Chinook, Hallertau Yeast: American Ale Other: Irish moss Serves You Right! Questions? Ask the Brewer: Jon Octobertheseventhfest comments: Missing! BREW IT Overview: This recipe is the Fill in the Hop Blonde Ale recipe (extract with specialty grains). Ingredients: 6.5 lbs pale liquid … Continue reading Bosom Buddy Blonde
Noggin Knocker Roggenbier Amber Rye Ale
A Layger Brewhaus Original Recipe Beer Beta: Style: Amber Rye Ale Malts: Amber Malt Extract, Light Dry, Crystal, Rye Flakes, Cara Pils Hops: Centennial, Mount Hood Yeast: American Ale Other: Irish moss Questions? Ask the Brewer: Dave Octobertheseventhfest comments: Missing! BREW IT Ingredients: 5 lb Amber Malt Extract Syrup 1 lb Light Dry Malt Extract 1 … Continue reading Noggin Knocker Roggenbier Amber Rye Ale
Empire Special Bitter
Beer Beta: Style: Extra Special Bitter Malts: light malt extract, Crystal Hops: Gallena, Challenger Yeast: London ESB Other: Irish moss Impressive. Most impressive. Questions? Ask the Brewer: Jon Octobertheseventhfest comments: Missing! BREW IT Overview: This recipe is the English Extra Special Bitter (ESB) recipe from Stomp Them Grapes / Hop to It Homebrew store in Boulder, … Continue reading Empire Special Bitter
Steampunk Lager
Beer Beta: Style: California Common (aka "steam lager") Malts: pale malt extract, 80L English crystal malt Hops: Northern Brewer Yeast: California lager Other: Irish moss Anachronic Tonic Questions? Ask the Brewer: Jon Octobertheseventhfest comments: "Smooth lager with mild hopness overtones. Like the name invokes, this brew has a wonderful brass coloring that compliments its almost … Continue reading Steampunk Lager
Sudsy Joe’s Motor Oil Coffee Cream Imperial Stout
A Layger Brewhaus Original Recipe Beer Beta: Style: Imperial Stout Malts: dark malt, roasted barley, crystal 120, chocolate, crystal 40, Victory, black patent Hops: Chinook, Saaz, Tettnanger Yeast: Irish Ale Other: gypsum, lactose, cold-pressed coffee concentrate Perfect lubrication for common social situations Questions? Ask the Brewer: Dave Octobertheseventhfest comments: "Malted barley and light coffee subtleties … Continue reading Sudsy Joe’s Motor Oil Coffee Cream Imperial Stout
Flamin’ Mamie Chili Honey Pilsner
A Layger Brewhaus Original Recipe Beer Beta: Style: Pilsner Malts: light malt extract, honey Hops: Czech Saaz Yeast: Czech Pils Other: roasted ancho chili peppers, Irish moss SWEET HEAT Questions? Ask the Brewer: Dave Octobertheseventhfest comments: "Mamie would make Roger Rabit say 'Jessica Who?' VERY subtle hints of spice in a smooth, slightly hoppy brew."—Kris … Continue reading Flamin’ Mamie Chili Honey Pilsner
Dark Ages IPA
Beer Beta: Style: Olde/IPA Hybrid Malts: crystal 120 Hops: Chinook Yeast: American Ale Other: Irish moss Crusade-ade Questions? Ask the Brewer: Jon Octobertheseventhfest comments: "This IPA has a fruity aroma that impales the nose and continues its assault with a robust and full flavor. The smooth finish will certainly pursuade you to fight for another … Continue reading Dark Ages IPA
Grunge Up German Altbier
Grunge Up was surprisingly establishmentarian. A deceptively mellow ale made from dark malts, hallertau and spalt hops, and munich and caramunich grains, Grunge Up resembles the body and feel of both oktoberfest and amber beers without tasting quite like either. Grunge Up is dark and leathery, a little bit creamy and a little bit smooth, … Continue reading Grunge Up German Altbier
IRA Red
IRA Red might have sparked a revolt, especially amongst lovers of amber ales. Pale syrup, English crystal malt, Victory malt, UK Golding hops, gypsum, and Irish moss give this red a citrusy delicious flavor. IRA Red is an orangey brown color, closer to an amber, but with an intense attack that explodes in the mouth. … Continue reading IRA Red
Cowbell Porter
I’m tellin’ ya, fellas. You’re gonna’ want more Cowbell Porter. Dark and deep like the Black Forests of Germany, Cowbell Porter taps into the earthy roots of this traditional brew style. The 'Bell was brewed with six kinds of malt. This porter is the cock of the walk, baby! You're Gonna Want More... Beer Beta: … Continue reading Cowbell Porter
Tan Line Pale Ale
Tan Line brought back happy memories of summer without leaving a mark. This ale is clean, crisp, and easy to drink, without being overbitter or too hoppy like many commercial pale ales. A good pour will leave this ale clear and medium bodied. Go ahead, take a peek at Tan Line Pale Ale. Beer Beta: … Continue reading Tan Line Pale Ale
Imperial March Stout
Imperial March Stout bent drinkers to its will. To date, this hefty brew is the crowning achievement of Layger BrewHaus. With luxurious mouthfeel, complex grain notes, and a malty finish uncluttered by bitterness, I.M.S. changed minds about the heavy hand of stout ales. Turn to the Dark Side. Octobertheseventhfest comments: "Feel no drunk do … Continue reading Imperial March Stout
Bock Bock
Despite its name, Bock Bock was a single bock brew from the roundly bodied, malty family of bock ales. It did not actually taste like chicken. Neither did it taste like a traditional bock; many Bock Bock beers were drunk mistakenly, thinking they were Amber Alerts. Tastes Like Chicken? Beer Beta: Style: Bock Malts: Malted … Continue reading Bock Bock
Steve Urquell Pilsner
Steve Urquell Pilsner was a lighter beer dating back to early summer 2006. With more color and body than Eastern European pilsners, Steve Urquell stood up the bully days of summer with cool, refreshing flavor. Did I Brew That? Octobertheseventhfest comments: "FAST Flavor!"—Todd "Very light flavor reminicent of a lightly alcoholic Perrier. It has a … Continue reading Steve Urquell Pilsner
Amber Alert
Amber Alert was an amber beer of long vintage, dating back November, 2005. Drinkers noted a medium body, fruity notes, and clean finish. Taste What You've Been Missing! Ironically, the recipe has gone missing. Octobertheseventhfest comments: "The first beer with a true hops flavor. A little more body than the Pilsner or Bock. A fruity … Continue reading Amber Alert