Cinnamon Honey Ale

A very good (and simple) amber ale that finishes clean. The honey gives it a crisp flavor, and there's just enough cinnamon to give a hint of a taste, not enough to be overpowering. This is not a sweet beer, don't let the honey fool you. It's pretty balanced with a lighter body.

Brewer:	Gary D. Foster		Email:	Gary.Foster@gmail.com
Beer:	Cinnamon Honey Ale		Style:	American Amber Ale
Type:	Extract		Size:	5 gallons
Color:	18 HCU (~11 SRM)		Bitterness:	36 IBU
OG:	1.052		FG:	1.015
Alcohol:	4.8% v/v (3.8% w/w)
Boil:	60 minutes	SG 1.044	6 gallons
	3.5 lb. Amber dry malt extract 2.5 lb. Honey
	Don't boil the honey, add it at flameout.
Hops:	1.5 oz. Cascade (6% AA, 60 min.) .5 oz. Cascade (aroma)
Yeast:	Any clean american ale yeast.
Carbonation:	Haven't tried it force carbed, only naturally bottle carbed (3/4 c corn sugar).
Tasting:	This beer should optimally condition for at least a month. It will be a little rough when young but the honey mellows and smooths out very nicely after a month of aging.

Recipe posted 08/27/05.