This is the last call for the very special Wines….

Winexpert Seasonal Release Wines
Chocolate Raspberry Port is Back … Along with a Friend
Due to the hugely popular Limited Release Chocolate Raspberry Port last year, Winexpert is introducing the Seasonal Release pre-order program this year and re-releasing the Chocolate Raspberry Port along with an Okanagan Peach Icewine Style.

These lush and exotic dessert wines will be available by pre-order only until August 4, 2008. Delivery of the Chocolate Raspberry Port is expected in September or early October 2008 and the Okanagan Peach Icewine is expected in November or early December. There will be no additional
product offered after the August 4th deadline.

While in the half-batch (3 US gallons) Speciale dessert wine format, these kits will be made to full-strength. No water additions will be necessary. The same equipment will be required as with any Speciale product, mainly a primary fermentation bucket and a 3-gallon carboy.

Chocolate Raspberry Port - $110.00
Okanagan Peach Icewine - $110.00

Look what has just arrived at the Flying Barrel store in Frederick, Maryland. That’s right, we just got in a couple of copies of “The Home Brewer’s Answer Book” by Ashton Lewis. In case you’re not aware of exactly who Ashton Lewis is… He’s the Head Brewer at Springfield Brewing Company in Missiouri and a longtime columnist for Brew Your Own magazine. He also holds a Masters Degree in Brewing Science from UC-Davis.

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This book is well documented and is amply illustrated. You’ll find thorough explanations of How and Why you do what you do to get a “good brew” going. Click HERE to see inside the book.

This great resource sells for $14.95 and our stock will go fast… so get yours today!

See the “back of the book” HERE.

The Flying Barrel Store
103 South Carroll Street
Frederick, Maryland 21701
301-663-4491
http://www.FlyingBarrel.com
BobFrank@FlyingBarrel.com

We have the VSS of Wyeast NOW…..
You may call and we’ll hold one for you….
July 6, 2008

July - September 2008 Private Collection

Celebrate Summer Saison!

Saisons were traditionally brewed in the autumn or winter for consumption during the late summer harvest. The refreshing ale was then stored until the late summer harvest. Because of the lack of potable water, the ale would give the farm hands the hydration they needed without the threat of illness.

The brew had to be strong to prevent spoilage during storage, but at the same time could not be so strong as to incapacitate the workers. These beers were strongly hopped, as hops act as a preservative. Saisons benefit from higher fermentation temperatures which makes this the perfect beer for your summertime brewing.

Not so long ago it was close to being an endangered style, but over recent years there’s been a massive revival; especially in the US. So join the revolution and brew your own Summer Saison with Wyeast Laboratories Private Collection.

Wyeast 3711 PC French Saison is a highly attenuative strain that will leave your beer with a silky and rich mouthfeel. Wyeast 3725 PC Biere De Garde is a low to moderate ester producer with a subtle spiciness. Finally, Wyeast 3726 PC Farmhouse Ale produces complex esters which are balanced with earthy and spicy notes.

Wyeast 3711 PC
French Saison
Produces saison or farmhouse style biers that are highly aromatic with clean, citrus-esters, peppery and spicy with no earthiness and low phenols. This strain enhances the use of spices and aroma hops, and is extremely attenuative but leaves an unexpected silky and rich mouthfeel in a very dry finished beer.

Attenuation 77-83%
Alc. Tolerance 12%
Flocculation low
Temperature Range 65-77°F (18-25°C)

Wyeast 3725 PC
Bier de Garde
Low to moderate ester production with subtle spiciness. Malty and full on the palate with initial sweetness. Finishes dry and slightly tart. Ferments well with no sluggishness.

Attenuation 74-79%
Alc. Tolerance 12%
Flocculation low
Temperature Range 70-95°F (21-35°C)

Wyeast 3726 PC
Farmhouse Ale
This strain produces complex esters balanced with earthy/spicy notes. Slightly tart and dry with a peppery finish. A perfect strain for farmhouse ales and saisons.

Attenuation 74-79%
Alc. Tolerance 12%
Flocculation variable
Temperature Range 70-95°F (21-35°C)