Honey and Thistle

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One of Gertjan's experimental brews that became quite popular in the monastery was a honey and thistle ale. For this brew, he used a combination of local wildflower honey and fresh thistle flowers to create a unique flavor profile.
To make this ale, Gertjan first steeped the thistle flowers in boiling water to extract their flavor and aroma. He then added the honey to the thistle-infused water and brought the mixture to a boil to create a sweet and floral base for the ale.
Next, he added a blend of specialty malts and hops to the mixture to balance out the sweetness and create a complex flavor profile. The resulting brew was a golden-hued ale with a sweet and floral aroma and a balanced flavor that featured notes of honey, thistle, and a slight bitterness from the hops.
The monks at the monastery were impressed by Gertjan's innovative use of thistle in his brewing, as the plant was known for its medicinal properties but had never before been used in a beer. The honey and thistle ale became a popular choice among the monks, who appreciated its unique flavor and the skill required to create it.

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