tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4501361286897702641.post-17493357531439218742008-02-26T11:40:00.000-06:002008-02-26T11:40:00.000-06:00Are you doing a decoct on your Maibock? I did a doppelbock last year and I have to say it was by far one of the best brews I made to date. I did a double decoct and used the decocts as my temp infusions. Now most people will tell you that with today's highly modified base malts protein rests and decocts are not needed, but I think that there is a flavor that the decoct imparts into the brew.<BR/><BR/>I noticed a significant color change in the mash and considering the grain bill, it was a lot maltier that I would have ever anticipated. Plus decocts are not that bad in practice. A single decoct will add about 1/2 hour to your brew day.<BR/><BR/>Well worth the effort if you ask me.<BR/><BR/>Cheers!Travishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08293454329758079937noreply@blogger.com