Pilsner
Welcome to our homebrew recipe page for making your very own Pilsner beer! Pilsner is a light-bodied, crisp and refreshing beer that originated in the Czech Republic. It’s known for its signature golden color and a slightly bitter taste with a hint of sweetness. This beer is perfect for any occasion, especially on a hot summer day, as it has a clean finish and a refreshing taste.
This Pilsner recipe is perfect for those who enjoy a lighter beer but still want a full-flavored taste. It’s a great choice for those who are new to homebrewing, as it’s relatively easy to make and requires only a few ingredients. With the right techniques, you can brew a Pilsner that is comparable to any commercial beer on the market. So, grab your brewing equipment, and let’s get started on making your very own Pilsner beer!
Type of Beer
Pilsner
Fermentation Temp
12’C
Type
All Grain
Pilsner
4.9% / 11.3 °P
BrewZilla / RoboBrew 65L
77% efficiency
Batch Volume: 22 L
Boil Time: 90 min
Mash Water: 27.25 L
Sparge Water: 9.71 L
Total Water: 36.96 L
Boil Volume: 34.75 L
Pre-Boil Gravity: 1.033
Vitals
Original Gravity: 1.046
Final Gravity: 1.009
IBU (Tinseth): 33
BU/GU: 0.73
Color: 8.7 EBC
Mash
Temperature — 35 °C — 20 min
Temperature — 45 °C — 5 min
Temperature — 52 °C — 20 min
Temperature — 63 °C — 60 min
Temperature — 72 °C — 10 min
Temperature — 76 °C — 10 min
Malts (4.5 kg)
4 kg (88.9%) — Weyermann Bohemian Pilsner — Grain — 3.7 EBC
500 g (11.1%) — Weyermann Carahell — Grain — 25.5 EBC
Hops (100 g)
50 g (22 IBU) — Saaz 3.6% — Boil — 60 min
50 g (11 IBU) — Saaz 3.6% — Boil — 15 min
Yeast
2 pkg — Gozdawa W3470 W34 / 70 81%
Fermentation
Primary — 12 °C — 14 days
Carbonation: 2.4 CO2-vol