{"product_id":"cinnamon-sticks-50g","title":"Cinnamon Sticks 50g","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCinnamon Sticks 50g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdding cinnamon sticks to beer provides a warm, woody, and festive aroma, ideal for winter warmers, stouts, and holiday ales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo avoid excessive tannin extraction or over-flavoring, add 2-4 whole, broken sticks to the secondary fermenter for 1–2 weeks, rather than boiling, to control flavor intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMethod\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse whole sticks broken into smaller 2cm pieces to maximize surface area and flavor extraction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecondary Addition: Add the cinnamon during secondary fermentation for a cleaner, more aromatic profile.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuration: Leave the sticks in for 1–2 weeks and taste regularly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSanitization: Soak the sticks in hot water to create a \"tea\" or in vodka for 24+ hours to sanitize them and create a potent tincture before adding to the beer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDosage:  Start with 1 whole stick per 20 liters for a subtle flavor, up to 3-4 sticks for a stronger presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeer Styles: Pairs best with dark, malty beers like stouts, porters, and strong ales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlavor Profiles: Pairs well with vanilla, orange peel, or ginger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlternative: Ground cinnamon is difficult to manage as it does not settle, often leading to a gritty texture.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pharma Germania","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56350376394918,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0161\/3646\/files\/g_24.png?v=1775562954","url":"https:\/\/www.beerlab.co.za\/products\/cinnamon-sticks-50g","provider":"BeerLab Home Brew Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}