COld Standby IPA Homebrew Recipe

COld Standby

10-gallon Cold IPA homebrew recipe

Created by Ryan Holt of Old Standby Brewing

We're stoked about this one. Our long-time friend Ryan Holt over at Old Standby Brewing in Salem, OR was kind enough to share a recipe for a delicious, refreshing, and well-rounded cold IPA he calls, "COld Standby." Get it?

It features the classic Centennial on the bittering addition, and that's followed by plenty of Mosaic® and LUPOMAX® Citra® in the whirlpool and dry hop. 2-Row and flaked corn round this all out for a banger of a beer, to say the least. 

Mosaic®: a truly special variety.

Developed by the Hop Breeding Company, Mosaic made its commercial debut in 2012.

The creation of Mosaic hops was a result of careful breeding and selection. It emerged from a combination of Simcoe hops, known for their unique piney and citrusy character, and a male plant from a Nugget-derived line. This meticulous crossbreeding created one of the most widely-used varieties today.

Named after the captivating array of sensory notes it exhibits, Mosaic quickly gained recognition among brewers worldwide for its mesmerizing tropical fruit profile. The hop variety showcased mango, passionfruit, and blueberry flavors, coupled with a touch of resinous pine and delicate floral undertones.

Centennial gets things started

A true classic in the world of hops, Centennial has stood the test of time with its vibrant and versatile character. Its primary allure lies in its citrusy and floral notes, with bright aromas of grapefruit and lemon zest. These citrus elements are rounded by floral nuances. The moderate bitterness of Centennial hops makes it an excellent choice for various beer styles like this cold IPA.

Plenty of Mosaic® to round it out

Mosaic®, an icon of modern hop breeding, boasts a wide array of flavors and aromas. Notes of mango, passionfruit, and blueberry may arise first, before subtle hints of resinous pine add depth and complexity. Balancing out the fruity and resinous flavors are delicate floral undertones, rounding out the overall sensory profile.

LUPOMAX® Citra® brings forth the flavor and aroma

The powerhouse variety, brought out in true-to-type fashion with LUPOMAX concentrated pellets. Citra is known for its incredible citrus-forward profile. Vibrant grapefruit, lime, and tangerine notes bring brightness and are complemented by subtle undertones of passionfruit and mango. 

So, without further ado, let's get into this recipe. Let us know in the comments if you have any questions! Happy brewing! 

COld Standby

10-gallon Cold IPA homebrew recipe

Created by Ryan Holt of Old Standby Brewing

Yield: 10 gallons

OG: 1.062

FG: 1.009

7.0% ABV

53.1 IBUs

Mash PH: 5.4

Yeast: Ryan uses Fermentis Saflager German Lager Yeast W-34/70.

Directions

1. Mill the grains and get strike water to 167°F. Mash in and hold at 149°F for 60 minutes.

2. Recirculate until your runnings are clear, then run off into the kettle.

3. Add first wort hop addition.

4. Sparge and top up as necessary to get 12 gallons of wort. If brewing a 5-gallon batch, start boil with 6 gallons.

5. Boil for 60 minutes.

6. After the boil, either add hops at flameout or do a whirlpool step as follows: Get temp of wort to 190°F. Stir or recirculate to create a vortex, add the whirlpool hops, and allow 25 minutes to steep. 

7. Chill the wort to about 70°F, aerate well, and pitch yeast.

8. Ferment at 65°F until primary fermentation is nearly complete at about 1.014, then dry hop. Hold until terminal gravity is reached.

9. Over the course of 1 week, drop trub and chill to 34°F until clear.

10. Package and carb to 2.25-2.5v. 

11. Drink fresh!

Brewer's Notes

First wort addition: Also known as First Wort Hopping. This is when you add the hop addition as the wort is being transferred into the boil kettle. 

Let us know what you think in the comments! If you end up brewing it, hit us up on social media to let us know.

Thanks again Ryan from Old Standby for sharing this awesome cold IPA homebrew recipe with us!