All Grain Bourbon Mash Recipes

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How much sugar do you put in bourbon mash?

You should also add a teaspoon of sugar to the mash. The 5 gallon batch of bourbon mash recipe requires two gallons of water. The water must be boiled to 165 degrees before brown sugar and molasses are added. Then, add another 2 gallons of water.

What is a good mash for bourbon?

A traditional bourbon mash is a combination of at least 50% corn, rye and wheat, but you will have to play around with the grain’s ratios. Pro Tip: A recommended blend to start with for bourbon is 75% corn, 15% rye, and 10% barley.

What is a bourbon mash bill?

Traditionally, most bourbon makers use a mash bill recipe made from corn, rye and malted barley, and often with 60-70% corn. Rye is considered to be the flavoring grain here with malted barley playing a small supporting role. Many well known brands of bourbon use a traditional bourbon mash bill including Wild Turkey, Jim Beam, and Buffalo Trace.

How to make bourbon from corn mash?

A five-gallon batch of mash is a great way to make bourbon. You should add 8.5 pounds of cracked corn, 1.5 pounds of malted barley, and about two gallons of water. Then, heat the water to 165 degrees F. Then, stir in the molasses.

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