{"product_id":"lemon-grass","title":"Lemon Grass 100g","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLemongrass 100g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLemongrass is a popular brewing adjunct used to introduce a crisp, zesty, and herbal citrus aroma to beer, cider, and kombucha. It contains high levels of citral, an essential oil that mimics the bright top-notes of lemons without adding any of the citric acidity that could disrupt the pH of your brew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFlavor \u0026amp; Aroma\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCharacteristics Bright Citrus: Provides a clean, sharp lemon profile distinct from traditional citrus peels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHerbal Complexity: Carries underlying green, gingery, and minty notes that layer well with earthy hops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrisp Finish: Often cuts through the sweetness of malt, lending a lighter mouthfeel and refreshing dry finish to warm-weather styles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal Beer Styles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWheat Beers \u0026amp; Witbiers: Complements the naturally fruity esters, spicy phenols, and heavy wheat backbones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSaisons \u0026amp; Farmhouse Ales: Pairs excellently with rustic, spicy yeast profiles and complex traditional adjuncts like grains of paradise or ginger.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLagers \u0026amp; Pilsners: Adds a modern, citrusy twist to crisp, clean, bottom-fermented styles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHazy IPAs: Enhances fruit-forward, tropical hop selections like Citra, Sorachi Ace, or Amarillo during the whirlpool stage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsage \u0026amp; Addition Methods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause lemongrass oils are highly volatile, they can easily boil off if left in the kettle too long. Homebrewers typically utilize the following amounts and timing for a standard 19-litre (5-gallon) batch:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMethod Late Boil (Last 5–10 mins)20g – 40g (Dried)  or 2–3 Stalks (Fresh) Extracting balanced citrus flavors while ensuring sanitisation.  Chop finely; toss directly into the boiling wort.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhirlpool \/ Flameout (Post-boil steep)40g – 60g (Dried)  or 3–4 Stalks (Fresh) Preserving fragile, bright aromatic oils without volatilising them. Steep in the wort at 75°C to 80°C for 15–20 minutes before chilling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry Hopping (Secondary Fermentation)30g (Dried)  or 2 Stalks (Fresh) Providing raw, punchy, punch-in-the-face lemongrass fragrance.Place inside a sanitised muslin bag and submerge after cold-crashing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"BeerLab Home Brew Supplies","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57522168365222,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0161\/3646\/files\/Lemongrass.webp?v=1790413036","url":"https:\/\/www.beerlab.co.za\/products\/lemon-grass","provider":"BeerLab Home Brew Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}