Yuma Brewers

Tonight’s beer: Belgian Dubbel (Abbey)
This is an authentic Abbey style ale like those that arose long ago in Trappist monasteries throughout Belgium.  Dark brown in color, high in gravity and alcohol, this kit exhibits medicinal, plum, and raisin flavors when fermented at warm temperatures.
Yeast: #1388 Belgian Strong Ale. Robust flavor yeast with moderate to high alcohol tolerance.  Fruity nose and palate, dry, tart finish.  Flocculation: low.  Apperent attenuation: 73-77%. Optimum temp: 65-75
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